Mahshi
“Vegetables stuffed with a mixture of rice, herbs, and spices, typically served as a main dish.”
Zucchini
Capsicum
Rice
Dill
Mint
tomato sauceWhere it comes from
Mahshi has ancient roots in Egypt and is a festive dish, often prepared for family gatherings and celebrations.
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How it's made
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How it's made
4 steps · Show ↓- 110 min
Rinse the zucchini and capsicum thoroughly. Carefully hollow out each vegetable using a corer or small knife, taking care not to puncture the sides.
- 25 min
In a bowl, mix rice with minced meat, chopped dill, and mint. Season with salt and a few spoonfuls of tomato sauce until the mixture is well combined and aromatic.
- 310 min
Stuff each hollowed vegetable with the rice mixture, leaving a little room at the top for the rice to expand. Arrange them snugly in a large pot.
- 430 min
Pour the remaining tomato sauce over the stuffed vegetables. Add enough water to submerge them halfway, then bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Cover and cook until the rice is tender, about 30 minutes.
Watch outEnsure the water level remains consistent; add more if it evaporates too quickly to prevent burning.
