Töltött Paprika Recipe🇭🇺

Ah yes! Töltött Paprika (Hungarian Stuffed Peppers) is a classic, hearty dish—bell peppers stuffed with a savory meat and rice filling, simmered in a flavorful tomato sauce. 😋


Ingredients (serves 4–6)

  • 6 large bell peppers (any color)
  • 500g (1 lb) ground pork or beef (or a mix)
  • 1 cup cooked rice
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tablespoons paprika
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 400g (14 oz) canned crushed tomatoes
  • 1–2 cups tomato juice or water
  • 1 teaspoon sugar (optional, to balance acidity)
  • Sour cream, for serving (optional)