Punjene Paprike u Paradajz Sosu (Serbian Baked Stuffed Bell Peppers in Tomato Gravy) – Authentic Serbia Recipe
Plump Serbian bell peppers stuffed with savory rice and baked in a glossy tomato-paprika sauce.
- Country of Origin
- 🇷🇸 Serbia (Southern Europe, Europe)
- Dietary Profile
- vegan
- Prep Time
- 20 min
- Cook Time
- 30 min
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Signature Staples
- Sweet bell peppers stuffed with rice, Mushrooms, And walnuts, Sweet paprika, Dried mint
Ingredients for Punjene Paprike u Paradajz Sosu (Serbian Baked Stuffed Bell Peppers in Tomato Gravy) (4 Servings)
- 1.25 lbs (or 2.5 cups) sweet bell peppers stuffed with rice, prepped into bite-sized pieces
- 1.5 cups mushrooms, washed and trimmed
- 1 cup and walnuts
- 1 medium onion and 3 cloves garlic, finely minced with sweet paprika
- 1.5 tbsp traditional Serbia seasoning (dried mint, parsley, garlic)
- 2.5 tbsp traditional cooking oil, sea salt, cracked black pepper, and fresh citrus or herbs
Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions
- Preheat oven to 390°F (200°C) and lightly oil an ovenproof skillet or baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté onion, garlic, sweet paprika, and dried mint, parsley, garlic for 3 minutes until fragrant.
- Combine sweet bell peppers stuffed with rice and mushrooms with the sautéed aromatics and layer evenly into the baking dish.
- Top with and walnuts and bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes until bubbling and golden brown on top.
- Let rest 5 minutes before serving warm at the table.