Mediterranean Stuffed Capsicums

It has a subtle nutty flavour and slightly chewy texture that provides a lovely contrast in a dish. It’s also rich in nutritious fibre and protein. Using cracked freekeh will shorten the cooking time, but wholegrain freekeh can also be used — just double the cooking time.

Another childhood memory is these stuffed peppers being a central part of a lunch spread. The signature is the herbed rice, parsley and mint together, baked slowly in olive oil until the pepper skins blister and slump. Don’t rush the bake and go for a little char on top. When the skins look over baked, […]