Description
Stuffed Peppers with Halal Cheese are a delightful blend of vibrant bell peppers and gooey, melting cheese, making for an irresistible dish. Bursting with flavor and texture, these stuffed gems are perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or a comforting solo meal. The enticing aroma filling your kitchen as they bake will leave you craving more. Easy to customize with various fillings, this recipe is not only delicious but also visually stunning—sure to impress at any gathering!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large bell peppers (red, yellow, or green)
- 1 cup halal mozzarella cheese (shredded)
- 1 lb ground beef or chicken
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds.
- In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and sauté onions and garlic until golden (about 3–4 minutes).
- In a bowl, mix cooked rice, ground meat, tomato sauce, sautéed onions, and half of the shredded cheese. Season with salt and pepper.
- Generously stuff each pepper with the mixture.
- Place the stuffed peppers in a baking dish upright and cover with foil. Bake for 25 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10–15 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed pepper (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg