Stuffed Capsicum

Stuffed Capsicum in Marathi

Time: 40 minutes
Makes: 2 to 3 servings

Ingredients:
4 small capsicums
1/4 cup green peas
1/4 cup corn kernels (boiled)
1/2 cup small paneer cubes
1/4 cup onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup carrot, small cubes
1/2 tsp garam masala
1/2 tsp coriander powder
1/2 tsp cumin powder
1/4 tsp red chili powder
1/4 cup coconut milk
Salt to taste
2 medium Potatoes, boiled and mashed
1 tbsp oil + 3 tbsp oil for shallow frying

Method:
1) Heat 1 tbsp oil into a pan. Add Onion and carrot. Saute for a minute. Cover and cook for 3-4 minutes. Add coconut milk and turn heat to medium.
2) Add corn and green peas. Sprinkle some salt. Cook till vegetables become tender.
3) Add garam masala, coriander powder, cumin powder and red chili powder. Mix well. If you still see coconut milk separately, increase the heat and saute till mixture becomes dry. transfer it to a separate bowl.
4) Slice the tops off the capsicums and remove all ribs and seeds. Stuff the capsicums with mixed veg mixture.
5) Add salt to mashed potato. Mash well and make it lump-free. Seal the stuffed capsicum with mashed potatoes.
6) Take a medium pan. Heat 3 tbsp oil. Place capsicums in the pan, sealed side down. Cover and cook over medium heat for atleast 25 minutes. Flip the sides carefully during these 20-25 minutes to assure even cooking. (capsicum's skin becomes soft and slightly wrinkly)

Pour ladleful of tomato-onion gravy or any spicy gravy you like. Serve hot with chapati or rice. Try Makhani Gravy on stuffed Capsicum

Tips:
1) In addition, you may use other vegetables of your choice.