Gemista
Greek

Gemista

Aromatic tomatoes and bell peppers stuffed with a savory-sweet mixture of rice, herbs, pine nuts, and raisins, baked until tender and juicy.

Medium1.5 hours

Where it comes from

Gemista originates from the Peloponnese, where the abundance of summer vegetables and herbs are creatively used to fill vibrant dishes, celebrating the fertile land's yield.

On the Palate

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What goes into it

Vegetables

Fruits

Grains & Staples

Dairy & Fats

How it's made

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).

  2. 2

    Cut tops off tomatoes and peppers, remove seeds, and set aside.

  3. 3

    Sauté onions in olive oil, then add rice, herbs, pine nuts, and raisins.

  4. 4

    Fill vegetables with the rice mixture, replace tops, and arrange in a baking dish.

  5. 5

    Drizzle with olive oil and bake until vegetables are tender.

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