Indian Food : Stuffed Capsicum (Shimla Mirch)

II Stuffed Capsicum (Shimla Mirch) II

Ingredients:

5-6 Capsicum (simla mirch)

2 boiled potatoes

2 tbsp boiled green peas

1 Onion finely chopped

1/4th tsp. turmeric powder

Red chili powder to taste

1/4th tsp. Garam masala

1/4th tsp. Dry mango powder (amchur)

Salt to taste

Oil/ghee for frying

Preperation :

Wash the Capsicum and boil them whole till they are tender (not too much), drain water and keep aside to cool.
Mash the boiled potatoes.
Now in a pan heat 2-tbsp oil/ghee and add chopped onion and fry till it turns golden brown.
Now add all spices, mashed potatoes and peas and fry for few moments.
With a sharp knife cut the stem of the capsicum and take out seeds from the top gently and add the stuffing in it.
Now take oil/ghee in a kadhai and fry the stuffed capsicums on all sides.
Garnish with grated paneer, chopped coriander leaves and thinly sliced rings of tomato.
Serve hot.