SAEDNEWS: Stuffed potatoes are a type of delicious and flavorful Iranian dish that you can easily prepare at home for your family. Below is the best method for making stuffed potatoes.
Stuffed dishes are popular in Turkish cuisine and are made with various ingredients like eggplant, grape leaves, lettuce leaves, tomatoes, and more. These are typically filled with different mixtures. Among the variety of stuffed dishes, stuffed potatoes stand out as one of the most delicious and modern versions. This dish consists of hollowed-out potato halves filled with a mixture of ground meat, onions, and other ingredients. They are then cooked in a special sauce in the oven. This meal is highly popular among Turks and is very easy to prepare.
Potatoes: 8
Ground meat: 300 g
Onion: 1
Garlic: 1 clove
Bell pepper: 1
Mushrooms: 10
Tomatoes: 2
Salt and black pepper: As needed
Water: 2 cups
Tomato paste: 2 tablespoons
Salt: As needed
Prepare the Potatoes:
Peel the potatoes and use a dessert spoon or a special tool to hollow out the center. Be careful not to make the walls too thin or too thick. Heat some oil in a pan, then fry the potatoes until golden and crispy.
Prepare the Filling:
Finely dice the onion and sauté it in a pan with some turmeric and oil until softened. Add minced garlic and cook briefly. Next, add the ground meat, along with salt and black pepper, and sauté until the meat changes color. Add sliced mushrooms and diced bell peppers, cooking until the mushrooms release their moisture. Finally, chop the tomatoes into small cubes and cook them with the mixture until everything is soft and well combined.
Stuff the Potatoes:
Once the filling has cooled slightly, use a spoon to fill the hollowed-out potatoes. Press the filling firmly to ensure it stays in place during cooking.
Cook the Stuffed Potatoes:
Oven Method: Arrange the stuffed potatoes tightly in an oven-safe dish. Mix the tomato paste with warm water and salt to create a thin sauce. Pour the sauce around the potatoes. Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 30 minutes.
Stovetop Method: Place the stuffed potatoes tightly in a pot. Pour the sauce around them and cook over medium heat until the sauce thickens and the potatoes are fully cooked.
To enhance the color of the dish, occasionally spoon the sauce over the potatoes while cooking.
You can add pureed tomatoes along with tomato paste to the sauce for a richer flavor.
A splash of lemon juice can be added to the sauce as a tangy touch.
Garlic is optional and can be omitted.
Mushrooms can also be excluded if desired.
Stuffed potatoes can be prepared in various ways. Below is a recipe for making Italian-style stuffed potatoes.
Medium potatoes: 2
Chopped basil: 1 teaspoon
Aromatic chopped vegetables: 1 cup
Grated garlic: 1 clove
Thyme: ⅛ teaspoon
Low-fat grated mozzarella cheese: 45 g
Red pepper flakes: As needed
Bake the Potatoes:
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the potatoes in the oven and bake for one hour until fully cooked.
Prepare the Filling:
Heat some oil in a non-stick pan. Sauté garlic and chopped vegetables for 3-5 minutes. Sprinkle thyme, basil, and a pinch of red pepper flakes over the vegetables.
Assemble the Potatoes:
Once the potatoes are cooked, cut them in half and scoop out some of the flesh with a spoon. Fill the hollowed centers with the sautéed vegetable mixture.
Add Cheese and Bake:
Top the filled potatoes with grated mozzarella cheese. Return them to the oven for 10 minutes until the cheese melts completely. Serve in a suitable dish and enjoy.
For the best presentation, decorate the stuffed potatoes beautifully after preparation. We hope you enjoy making these stuffed potatoes at home and have a wonderful time with your family.
