r/recipes • u/CookedCuration • 5d ago

Recipe Indian-Style Stuffed Bell Peppers with Spiced Potato Filling

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These stuffed bell peppers are a classic Indian comfort food. Soft green peppers are filled with a spiced potato mixture and cooked until tender with a charred top. They’re hearty, flavorful, and pair perfectly with roti, dal, or even plain rice.

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u/CookedCuration 5d ago

Recipe: https://lentillovingfamily.com/stuffed-bell-peppers-with-indian-spices/

Ingredients

  • 8 small green bell peppers, tops sliced off, seeds removed
  • 3 tablespoons oil, divided
  • 3 medium potatoes, boiled, peeled, and mashed until smooth
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 1 green chili, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • ½ teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon Kashmiri chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon garam masala
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
  2. Add onion and sauté until golden brown. Stir in green chili, ground coriander, turmeric, chili powder, and garam masala. Cook for 30 seconds.
  3. Add mashed potatoes, salt, and mix well until the spices are evenly incorporated. Stir in cilantro and lemon juice. Remove from heat.
  4. Fill each bell pepper with the potato mixture, packing it down slightly.
  5. Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of oil in the same skillet over medium-low heat. Arrange the peppers upright, cover with a lid, and cook for 12–15 minutes, turning them gently every 4–5 minutes so they cook evenly and develop char marks on the tops and sides.
  6. Once peppers are tender and slightly charred, garnish with extra cilantro and serve hot.

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u/paul-techish 4d ago

This recipe looks straightforward... the cooking method seems effective for getting that nice char on the peppers, which is key for flavor.

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u/CookedCuration 4d ago

Thanks! Yes, the char is really what makes these peppers pop and without it they can taste flat. I usually roast them just long enough so the skin blisters but the pepper still holds its shape.

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u/Broccoliforabrain 1d ago

If I were to add some paneer for protein, would I have to cook it before hand to make it soft or can I just cut it up into smaller pieces and add it to the mix and it will turn out soft?

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u/tantricx2001 5d ago

Thank you for the detailed recipe 🙏🙏.

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u/CookedCuration 4d ago

You’re very welcome! Hope you enjoy making it!

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u/Acceptable-Body3180 5d ago

Oh, yum!! Maybe add some paneer? I'm saving this. Thanks for the recipe!

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u/CookedCuration 4d ago

Paneer would be an amazing addition. It would make the filling more satisfying. Thanks for saving the recipe, I’d love to hear how it turns out if you try the paneer twist!

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u/Time_Marcher 5d ago

Thanks, this looks fantastic!

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u/CookedCuration 4d ago

So glad you think so! It’s one of those recipes that looks fancy but is surprisingly simple to pull together. Hope you get a chance to try it soon!

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u/Time_Marcher 4d ago

Thank you! I loved your website and downloaded the chickpea curry recipes (one with lentils and one with mango) too. I love Indian cuisine and will be trying all of these soon.

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u/CookedCuration 3d ago

That’s wonderful to hear, thank you! The chickpea curry is one of my favorites to keep in rotation. I’m so glad you grabbed it from my site, and I’d love to know what you think once you’ve had a chance to make it.

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u/Busy_Armadillo_481 3d ago

One of my favorite recipes that my mom would make for me when I was a kid. Thank you for the detailed recipe. One tip I have is to apply salt on the insides of the Bell Peppers. It makes them tastier.

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u/CookedCuration 3d ago

I love that! Food memories from childhood always make a dish extra special. Thank you for sharing your tip about salting the inside of the peppers. I’ll definitely mention that as an option for readers. I’m so glad this recipe brought back those memories for you!

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u/1961tracy 5d ago

This sounds perfect for a cold winter day.

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u/CookedCuration 4d ago

Absolutely! The smoky peppers and spiced potato filling really hit the spot on chilly days. It’s comfort food with a little kick.

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u/BebeRegal 3d ago

They look delish!! Thank you for the recipe - may I ask what protein pairs well?

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u/CookedCuration 2d ago

Thank you! Glad you liked the look of them. For the stuffing itself, lentils, chickpeas, paneer, or even ground chicken/turkey work really well with the spices. If you’re thinking about sides, these peppers go great with a simple dal or grilled chicken for protein.

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u/BebeRegal 2d ago

What about lamb? It seems to me it would pair well with lamb?

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u/Visual_Ad_6175 2d ago

thanks for the recipe