Elevate your appetizer game with these delicious Stuffed Capsicum (Bharva Shimla Mirch). This easy-to-make recipe features tender bell peppers filled with a savory blend of boiled potatoes, paneer, tomatoes, and aromatic spices, all finished with melted mozzarella cheese. Perfect for parties or a quick snack, these colorful, oven-baked treats are sure to impress your guests. Follow this simple guide to create a restaurant-style starter right in your own kitchen.

3 medium Green Capsicum
100 g Paneer Cubes
1 no. Potato (boiled)
1 no. Tomato (chopped)
3 tbsp Mozzarella Cheese
1 tbsp Garlic (finely chopped)
1 no. (finely chopped) Green Chilli
1 small Onion (chopped)
1 tbsp Red Chilli Sauce
1 tsp Oregano
1 tsp Red Chilli Powder
1 tsp Sugar
A small bunch Coriander Leaves (chopped)
as needed Oil
to taste Salt
handful Black Olive
Step 1— Prepare the Filling
1
Heat a small amount of oil in a pan over medium heat.
2
Add the chopped onions and sauté for a few seconds.
3
Incorporate the finely chopped garlic and green chillies.
4
Add the chopped and deseeded tomatoes, boiled potatoes, chopped paneer, and black olives.
5
Season with red chilli powder, red chilli sauce, sugar, dried oregano, chopped coriander leaves, and salt to taste. Mix well to combine all ingredients.
6
Remove from the heat and allow the mixture to cool for about 5 minutes.
7
Once cooled, stir in the grated mozzarella cheese.
Step 2— Prepare and Bake the Capsicums
1
Cut the medium-sized capsicums into halves and remove the seeds to create empty cups.
2
Carefully stuff each capsicum cup with the prepared mixture, filling them level with the rim.
3
Garnish the tops with additional grated mozzarella cheese.
4
Arrange the stuffed capsicums on a baking tray.
5
Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for 10–15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
3 servings per recipe

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