Besan Shimla Mirch Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Wash and deseed the bell peppers. Cut them into halves.
• STEP 2.In a bowl, mix gram flour, turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, salt, and water to make a thick paste.
• STEP 3.Stuff the bell peppers with the gram flour mixture.
• STEP 4.Heat oil in a pan and add cumin seeds. Once they splutter, add stuffed bell peppers.
• STEP 5.Cover and cook on low heat until the bell peppers are tender.
• STEP 6.Garnish with coriander leaves and serve hot with roti or rice.

Cooking Tips

• You can add grated cheese on top of the stuffed bell peppers for an extra cheesy flavor.
• Adjust the spice level according to your taste by adding more or less red chili powder.
• Make sure to cook the bell peppers on low heat to ensure they are cooked evenly and become tender.

Storage and Serving

• Leftover Besan Shimla Mirch can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
• Reheat the dish in a microwave or on the stovetop before serving.
• Serve Besan Shimla Mirch as a side dish with roti, paratha, or rice.