Hungarian Beef Pork Stuffed Bell Peppers

Bring a taste of Hungary to your dinner table with these hearty Hungarian Beef Pork Stuffed Bell Peppers. Perfectly tender bell peppers are filled to the brim with a savory mixture of ground beef, ground pork, aromatic onions, garlic, and fragrant spices like paprika and marjoram. The filling is elevated with cooked white rice and bound together with a rich egg, then simmered in a tangy tomato sauce infused with a hint of sweetness. Baked to perfection until bubbling and golden, these stuffed peppers make for a comforting yet impressive main dish. Ideal for a cozy family dinner or entertaining guests, this recipe is as satisfying as it is flavorful. Serve with a generous ladle of the luscious tomato sauce for a truly authentic Hungarian experience.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:85 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 whole bell peppers
• 0.5 pounds ground beef
• 0.5 pounds ground pork
• 1 cups cooked white rice
• 1 medium, finely chopped onion
• 2 minced garlic cloves
• 2 teaspoons paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried marjoram
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 1 large egg
• 2.5 cups tomato sauce
• 1 cup water
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Carefully cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes. Set the peppers aside and reserve the tops for later use.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and garlic, and saute for about 3-4 minutes until translucent and fragrant. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, cooked white rice, sauteed onion and garlic, paprika, marjoram, salt, black pepper, and the egg. Mix thoroughly until well combined.

Step 5

Generously stuff each bell pepper with the meat mixture, packing it firmly but not overfilling. Place the stuffed peppers upright in a large baking dish.

Step 6

In a medium bowl, whisk together the tomato sauce, water, and sugar. Pour this mixture over and around the stuffed peppers in the baking dish.

Step 7

Place the reserved pepper tops back onto the stuffed peppers as caps.

Step 8

Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil. Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes.

Step 9

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, allowing the tops to brown slightly.

Step 10

Let the stuffed peppers rest for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm with a spoonful of the sauce from the baking dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2618.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2056.4

Total Fat 119.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 39.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.5g
Cholesterol 584.2mg	0%
Sodium 4191.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 127.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.1g	0%
Total Sugars 48.6g
Protein 121.7g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 311.8mg	0%
Iron 13.8mg	0%
Potassium 2645.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.9%

Protein: 23.5%

Carbs: 24.6%