Smothered Peppers Paprikash Recipe

Name: Smothered Peppers Paprikash
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 whole Large Bell Peppers; 3 Tablespoons Olive Oil; 2 whole Medium Onions, Cut In Half And Sliced; 2 teaspoons Hungarian Paprika; 1/4 teaspoons Hot Paprika (heaping Teaspoon); 3 whole Roma Tomatoes, Finely Chopped; 2 teaspoons Tomato Paste; 1/3 cups Chicken Broth, Or More If Needed; 1 teaspoon Salt And Pepper, to taste; 2 Tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar (I Used Only 1-1/2 Tablespoons); 1 teaspoon Sugar

Servings: persons

8 whole Large Bell Peppers
3 Tablespoons Olive Oil
2 whole Medium Onions, Cut In Half And Sliced
2 teaspoons Hungarian Paprika
1/4 teaspoons Hot Paprika (heaping Teaspoon)
3 whole Roma Tomatoes, Finely Chopped
2 teaspoons Tomato Paste
1/3 cups Chicken Broth, Or More If Needed
1 teaspoon Salt And Pepper, to taste
2 Tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar (I Used Only 1-1/2 Tablespoons)
1 teaspoon Sugar

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1. Core and seed peppers, and slice them into medium thick strips.
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2. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
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3. Add onions and saute until softened but not browned.
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4. Stir in both types of paprika and toss with the onions until they are deeply colored.
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5. Add peppers and continue to saute, stirring occasionally for another 10 minutes. Do not allow vegetables to brown.
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6. Stir in tomatoes, tomato paste, broth, salt and pepper.
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7. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and cover the skillet.
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8. Simmer until peppers are very tender, adding more liquid (a little at a time) if it evaporates.
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9. Remove from heat and stir in vinegar and sugar.
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10. Allow mixture to cool.
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This can be reheated or served at room temperature. Great cold too.

243

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 whole Large Bell Peppers, 3 Tablespoons Olive Oil, 2 whole Medium Onions, Cut In Half And Sliced, 2 teaspoons Hungarian Paprika, and more.

Yes, Smothered Peppers Paprikash falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Smothered Peppers Paprikash

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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