Punjabi Dal Makhani Stuffed Bell Peppers

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Punjabi Dal Makhani Stuffed Bell Peppers

A fusion twist to the classic Indian dish, Dal Makhani, stuffed inside crisp bell peppers for a delightful vegan appetizer from India.

🍽️ Vegan 🌍 Indian 📊 Medium ⭐ 4.5/5 (377 reviews)
⏱️
18m
Prep
🔥
32m
Cook
50m
Total
👥
4
Serves
🔥
420
Cal/Serving

🛒 Ingredients

  • 4 count Bell Peppers
  • 1 cup dry Red Lentils
  • 1 cup dry Black Gram
  • 1 medium Onion
  • 2 cloves Garlic
  • 1 inch Ginger
  • 2 pieces Green Chilies
  • 1 tsp dry Cumin Powder
  • 1 tsp dry Coriander Powder

👨‍🍳 Instructions

  1. 1

    Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare bell peppers by cutting off the tops and removing seeds.

  2. 2

    Step 2: Boil the lentils and black gram in separate pots until they are soft.

  3. 3

    Step 3: Heat oil in a pan and sauté onions, garlic, ginger, and green chilies until the onions turn brown.

  4. 4

    Step 4: Add cumin and coriander powder, followed by cooked lentils and black gram. Mix well.

  5. 5

    Step 5: Stuff each bell pepper with the lentil mixture and place them in a baking dish.

  6. 6

    Step 6: Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the bell peppers are tender.

  7. 7

    Step 7: Serve warm with naan or rice.

💡 Pro Tips

Use a variety of bell peppers for different colors, avoid overcooking the bell peppers. Store leftover dal in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

📊 Nutrition per Serving

420
Calories
22g
Protein
60g
Carbs
18g
Fat
10g
Fiber
10g
Sugar
500mg
Sodium
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