Shawarma-Stuffed Peppers

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Shawarma-Stuffed Peppers

Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Course Appetizer
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 4 large bell peppers
  • 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil divided
  • 1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt plus extra
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper plus extra
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 2 scallions thinly sliced
  • 1/3 cup couscous
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves chopped, plus extra for garnish
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley leaves chopped, plus extra for garnish
  • 1 1/4 teaspoons ground coriander
  • 1 1/4 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 3/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 2 teaspoons finely chopped garlic divided
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
  • Chopped tomatoes for serving

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 425°F. Halve bell peppers lengthwise, remove seeds and ribs, and place them cut side up in a baking dish. Drizzle with 1 teaspoon oil, sprinkle with salt and black pepper, then turn them cut side down.
  • Roast peppers until just tender, about 12 minutes. Carefully turn peppers cut side up.
  • In a large bowl, beat egg, then add turkey, scallions, couscous, mint, parsley, coriander, cumin, turmeric, cinnamon, cayenne, 1 teaspoon garlic, and 1 tablespoon water. Mix well.
  • Divide turkey mixture among peppers, drizzle with 1 tablespoon water and remaining oil, then cover with foil.
  • Bake until filling is cooked through, about 35 minutes. Uncover, baste peppers with juices, and bake for an additional 5 minutes until lightly browned.
  • Meanwhile, mix mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, 2 tablespoons water, remaining garlic, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
  • Top peppers with tomatoes, mint, and parsley, and serve with mayo sauce on the side. Enjoy your delicious creation!

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