Stuffed Capsicums

Stuffed Capsicums

Green capsicum stuffed with a mixture of boiled mashed potatoes, paneer, spices and fresh coriander – topped with plenty of cheese and baked till the cheese melts. Stuffing a capsicum can have endless possibilities – but this one is my favourite!


Prep Time : 35-40 minutes

Cook time : 15-20 minutes

Serve : 4

Ingredients for Stuffed

Green capsicums 8 medium

Potatoes boiled and mashed 3 medium

Paneer grated 250 grams

Dry mango powder 2 teaspoons

Red chilli powder 1 1/2 teaspoons

Cumin powder 1 teaspoon

Garam masala powder 1 teaspoon

coriander leaves finely chopped

Salt

Onion chopped 1 large

Ginger chopped 1 inch

Green chillies 2

Cheese 1/2 cup

Method

Slice off thinly from the tops of the green capsicums and remove seeds to make them hollow.
Mix well potatoes, paneer, amchur, red chilli powder, cumin powder, garam masala powder, coriander leaves and salt. Keep aside.
Preheat oven to 225ºC. Heat oil in a pan and add onion. Cook till translucent and add ginger and green chillies.
Mix in potato mixture and continue to cook for two minutes. Divide this mixture evenly into eight portions and stuff into the prepared capsicum shells, sprinkle cheese and place on baking tray.
Bake capsicums at 225ºC for fifteen minutes. Serve immediately.