Stuffed peppers in a steamer
Description
The recipe won't take much time. For those who count calories but still want to eat deliciously, stuffed peppers cooked in a steamer are an excellent choice. Tender chicken fillet, rice, and vegetables make a hearty and very tasty dish. Serve hot.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. To prepare stuffed peppers in a steamer, start by boiling rice in salted water. Meanwhile, prepare the vegetables. Peel and mince the garlic.
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Step 2
2. Peel and finely chop the onion. Let the cooked rice cool.
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Step 3
3. Wash the carrots, peel and grate on a medium or fine grater.
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Step 4
4. Wash the mushrooms (in this case, champignons), dry them, and cut into small pieces.
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Step 5
5. If desired, the vegetables can be lightly sautéed in vegetable or butter oil. However, in this case, for a healthier version, they should simply be combined in one bowl together with the rice.
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Step 6
6. Wash the chicken fillet, dry it, and cut into small cubes.
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Step 7
7. Add to the filling. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix thoroughly.
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Step 8
8. Wash the peppers and remove the stems and seeds carefully, without damaging them. Canned peppers are also suitable. Fresh peppers should be briefly dipped in boiling water for about a minute; this will make the stuffed peppers incredibly tender when cooked in a steamer at home.
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Step 9
9. All that's left is to stuff the peppers with the meat mixture and place them in a steamer. The dish will be ready in 35–40 minutes. Before serving, you can garnish with fresh herbs.