Moroccan Stuffed Peppers
If you're looking to bring a taste of Morocco to your dinner table, these Moroccan Stuffed Peppers are a delicious and aromatic choice. Inspired by the flavors of North Africa, this recipe combines fragrant spices, hearty couscous, and savory ground lamb all stuffed into vibrant bell peppers. Perfect for a cozy evening at home or for entertaining guests, these stuffed peppers are sure to impress with their satisfying flavors and colorful presentation.
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare a baking dish by brushing it with olive oil.
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Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes. Set aside.
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In a large skillet, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground lamb and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon.
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Add the chopped onion and garlic to the skillet with the lamb. Cook until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
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Stir in the cumin, coriander, cinnamon, turmeric, ginger, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another minute until fragrant.
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Add the tomato paste to the skillet and stir to combine with the lamb mixture. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
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Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the cooked couscous, chopped parsley, dried apricots, and almonds, mixing well.
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Gently stuff each bell pepper with the lamb and couscous mixture, pressing down lightly to pack it in.
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Place the stuffed peppers in the prepared baking dish. Drizzle a little olive oil over the tops of the peppers.
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Cover the dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
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Remove the foil, sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the stuffed peppers, and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
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Serve the Moroccan Stuffed Peppers warm, garnished with additional parsley if desired. Enjoy the flavorful blend of spices, lamb, and couscous in every savory bite!
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 1 stuffed pepper- Calories
- 480 kcal
- Total Fat
- 26 g
- Saturated Fat
- 9 g
- Cholesterol
- 80 mg
- Sodium
- 420 mg
- Total Carbohydrate
- 35 g
- Dietary Fiber
- 6 g
- Sugars
- 10 g
- Protein
- 27 g
These Moroccan Stuffed Peppers are a delightful way to experience the exotic and warm flavors of Moroccan cuisine right in your own kitchen. Whether you're cooking for your family or hosting a dinner party, this dish is sure to impress with its unique blend of spices, textures, and colors. Try this recipe to bring a touch of the enchanting Moroccan culinary tradition to your next meal.