Bring sunshine to your table with this vibrant, spicy Merguez-stuffed peppers recipe. As a home cook who's mastered countless budget meals, I love how simple ingredients create bold flavors that delight every time.
This easy dish, perfect for summer gatherings, uses affordable staples to feed four without breaking the bank.
- 10 merguez sausages: around 550 g at €9.56 per kilo, i.e. €5.26
- 4 peppers (any color): around 600 g at €2.99 per kilo, i.e. €1.79
- 2 tomatoes: around 240 g at €1.49 per kilo, i.e. €0.36
- 1 onion: around 125 g at €1.85 per kilo, i.e. €0.23
That's 4 stuffed peppers for €1.91 per person or €7.64 total.
1. Preheat oven to 200°C (thermostat 6).
2. Over a bowl, remove merguez casings and crumble the meat with a fork.
3. Wash and dice tomatoes.
4. Peel and thinly slice onion.
5. Mix everything thoroughly in the bowl.
6. Wash peppers, cut off tops, and remove seeds and white pith to avoid bitterness.
7. Stuff peppers with the mixture.
8. Replace tops, arrange in a baking dish, and bake for 35 minutes.
Stuffed more than peppers? This filling works wonders in zucchini, eggplant, or tomatoes too. Pair with rice for a complete, satisfying meal!
