Bharwa Shimla Mirch | Stuffed Capsicum Recipe

Bharwa Shimla Mirch is a popular vegetarian dish from the Indian subcontinent. It is made by stuffing Capsicum with a mixture of spiced potatoes, onions, and sometimes paneer (Indian cottage cheese). The dish is flavorful and healthy and can be served as a main course or as a side dish.

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Bharwa Shimla Mirch is a popular dish in North Indian cuisine and is often served during festivals, weddings, and other celebrations. It is also a popular dish in many Indian restaurants worldwide.

The dish is not only delicious but also nutritious, as it is rich in vitamins, minerals, and fiber, making it a healthy addition to any meal.

You can also try our healthy and easy recipe at your home.

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About Bharwa Shimla Mirch Recipe :

The recipe for Bharwa Shimla Mirch can vary depending on personal preferences and regional differences.

Some variations include adding grated coconut or peanuts to the filling mixture or using different spices such as garam masala or amchur powder for a more complex flavor.

The dish can be cooked in various ways, such as baking or shallow frying, and can be served with Roti, Paratha, Puri, Naan, rice, or Pulav.

Here we have given an easy Bharwa Shimla Mirch Recipe or Stuffed Capsicum Recipe.

INGREDIENTS :

• 1/2 Kg/8 Pieces Capsicum
• Water as required
• 2 Pinch Baking Soda

For Filling

• 1 Tbsp Oil
• 1/2 Tsp Cumin seeds
• 1/4 Tsp Hing/Asafoetida powder
• 1 Tsp Fennel powder
• 1/2 Tsp Turmeric powder
• 1/2 Tsp Crushed Red Chilli powder
• 1/2 Tsp Kashmiri Red Chilli powder
• 1 Tsp Coriander powder
• 1/2 Tsp Roasted Cumin powder
• 3-4 Boiled & Mashed Potato
• Salt to taste
• 1 Tsp Dried Mango powder
• 1 Tsp Chaat Masala

For Puree/Paste

• 3 Tomato
• 2 Inch Ginger
• 2 Green Chili

For Gravy

• 1 Tbsp Oil
• 1/2 Tsp Cumin seeds
• 1/4 Tsp Hing/Asafoetida powder
• 1 Tbsp Dried Fenugreek leaves
• 1 Tbsp Coriander leaves
• 1 Tsp Coriander powder
• 1/2 Tsp Turmeric Powder
• 1/2 Tsp Crushed Red Chilli powder
• 1/2 Tsp Roasted Cumin powder
• 1/2 Tsp Kashmiri Red Chilli powder
• 1/2 Tsp Black Pepper powder
• Salt to taste
• 1/2 Tsp Sugar
• 2 Tbsp Curd
• 1/2 Tsp Garam Masala
• Hot Water as required
• Cottage Cheese/Paneer
• Coriander leaves for Garnishing
• Chilli Flakes for Garnishing

How to make Bharwa Shimla Mirch?

First of all, wash the capsicum properly and cut off the tops. Remove the seeds and membranes from the inside.

Now put 2 Pinch Baking Soda and water as needed in a pan and heat it. Then keep Capsicum in it and cover the pan & make them soft.

After that, take them out on a plate to drip out the access water.

Now put 3 tomatoes, 2 Inch Ginger, and 2 Green Chili in the mixer jar and grind them properly to make a paste. Keep it aside.

Making Stuffing

For this, add 1 Tbsp of oil to the pan and heat it.

Then add 1/2 Tsp Cumin seeds, 1/4 Tsp Hing/Asafoetida powder, 1 Tsp Fennel powder, 1/2 Tsp Turmeric powder, 1/2 Tsp Crushed Red Chilli powder, 1/2 Tsp Kashmiri Red Chilli powder, 1 Tsp Coriander powder, and 1/2 Tsp Roasted Cumin powder and cook it.

After that, add mashed potato and salt as per taste, mix properly, and cook.

Lastly, add 1 Tsp Dried Mango powder and 1 Tsp Chaat Masala and mix it.

Now fill the Capsicum with the potato mixture using a spoon or your hands.

The filled Capsicum can now be baked in the oven or cooked in a pan or skillet.

For Cooking Stuffed Capsicum in a Pan

Put 1 Tbsp of oil in the pan or skillet and heat it.

Then add 1/2 Tsp Cumin seeds, 1/4 Tsp Hing/Asafoetida powder, 1 Tbsp Dried Fenugreek leaves, 1 Tbsp Coriander leaves, 1 Tsp Coriander powder, 1/2 Tsp Turmeric Powder, 1/2 Tsp Crushed Red Chilli powder, 1/2 Tsp Roasted Cumin powder, 1/2 Tsp Kashmiri Red Chilli powder and 1/2 Tsp Black Pepper powder and roast these spices.

Add the paste we have prepared while roasting the spices and mix it.

After that, add 1/2 Tsp sugar and salt according to taste and mix it.

Cook properly on a low flame until the gravy releases the oil.

After that, add 2 Tbsp of curd. If potato mixture is left, then you can add that too. Mix it properly.

Then add 1/2 Tsp Garam Masala and Hot Water as required. Pouring hot water will cook it quickly.

Then add grated Cottage Cheese/Paneer in it and mix it.

Now place the stuffed capsicum in the pan and cover it with a lid.

Cook the stuffed capsicum for 5 to 7 minutes until the capsicum becomes soft and the filling turns golden brown.

Bharwa Shimla Mirch or Stuffed Capsicum is ready.

Garnish it with grated Cottage Cheese/Paneer, Coriander Leaves, and Chilli Flakes.

For Baking Stuffed Capsicum in the Oven

The stuffed capsicums are then placed in a baking dish, covered with foil, and baked in a preheated oven at 350°F (180°C) for 30-35 minutes.

After that, the foil is removed, and the capsicums are baked for another 5-10 minutes until they are tender and the filling is golden brown.

You can add grated cheese on top of the stuffing before baking for a cheesy twist.

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