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COOKING HUBBY'S FAV FOOD PUNJENA PAPRIKA/STUFFEDB PEPPERS SERBIAN FOOD/TANGKHUL VLOG

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Punjena Paprika

Cultural Context

Originating from the Balkans, Punjena Paprika is a traditional dish that showcases the region's love for stuffed vegetables. It is often served during family gatherings and holidays, symbolizing warmth and hospitality. Today, variations can be found across Eastern Europe, with each culture adding its unique twist to the filling and spices used.

SerbianRSmain
60 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
4 medium bell peppers
1 lb ground pork
1 cup cooked rice
1 medium onion
3 cloves garlic
2 tablespoons ketchup
2 tablespoons paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup chopped parsley
1 cup water
1 large egg

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

ground meat

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: cooked lentils

Lentils provide protein and are more affordable.

rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: bulgur

Quinoa is a nutritious grain alternative.

bell peppers

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: cabbage leaves

Cabbage leaves can be used for a low-carb option.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: water with herbs

💰Cheaper: homemade broth

Homemade broth is cost-effective and flavorful.

1

Wash the bell peppers and clean out the insides.

2

Chop up parsley, onion, and garlic.

3

Cook rice in a pressure cooker, about 100g.

4

Mix pork, chopped vegetables, rice, paprika, salt, and one egg in a bowl.

5

Stuff the bell peppers with the meat mixture, pressing down gently.

6

Add water to the stuffed peppers instead of sauce.

7

Cook the stuffed peppers on medium heat for 2 and a half hours.

8

Thicken the gravy with cooking oil and flour, cooking for an additional 20 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbakingmixing

Equipment Needed

baking dishskilletmixing bowlknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Also Known As

Stuffed PeppersPunjene Paprike

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