A delight from Central American cuisine, perfect to enjoy at any time of the day. Its preparation is simple and it offers an ideal option to surprise friends and family during the week.
El Salvador's stuffed peppers are part of the rich Central American culinary tradition, with roots that go back generations. This recipe has been passed down from parents to children, keeping alive the essence of its unique and comforting flavor.
Feel encouraged to make this delicious recipe together; you'll love the final result!
Stuffed Peppers
Ingredients
4 Green chilies
½ Medium onion
½ pound of Ground meat
¼ cup of Chopped green beans
¼ cup of Chopped carrots
¼ cup of Diced potatoes
2 tablespoons of All-purpose flour
2 Eggs
Beef broth and pepper
Grated cheese or mozzarella-style cheese
Preparation
Step 1 : To start the preparation, pass the chilies through a pan with hot oil to remove the skin, then roast them over charcoal.
Step 2 : Next, open them up, remove the seeds, and set aside.
Step 3 : In a pot, sauté the onion and add the ground meat.
Step 4 : Add the green beans, carrot, and potato in that order.
Step 5 : Once everything is cooked and tender, remove from heat and let cool.
Step 6 : Then, stuff the chilies with the prepared mixture, optionally adding a portion of mozzarella cheese.
Step 7 : In a bowl for beating eggs, whisk two eggs to soft peaks.
Step 8 : Add the flour and beat again to incorporate.
Step 9 : Wrap the stuffed chilies in this mixture and fry in hot oil until golden.
Step 10 : For the sauce, blend tomatoes, onion, huaco chili, and morrón chili.
Step 11 : Bring the mixture to a boil for about 5 minutes, adjusting the thickness as desired.
Step 12 : You can add the chilies directly to the sauce or serve the sauce over them.
Step 13 : Finally, serve the hot stuffed peppers with the sauce, white rice, and enjoy.
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