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Medium 55 min~610 kcal 9/10
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Caigua Rellena
Peruvian stuffed caigua with beef, peanuts, olives, egg and tomato sauce.
Medium⏱️ 1 hr 10 min📖 1 min readServes 4~360 kcal🇵🇪 Peruvian🌍 Full translation
25 min prep 45 min cook
- #High Protein
- #For Guests
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Timeline
Total 1 h 10 min- Prep25 min
- Cooking45 min
Ingredients
4 servings
Quick:
Dolma
- 8 Caigua or small stuffing peppers
İç harç
- 400 g Ground beef
- 1 Onion
- 2 clove Garlic
- 0.3 cup(~60 ml) Peanuts
- 0.3 cup(~60 ml) Black olives
- 2 Boiled eggs
Sos
- 3 Tomatoes
Pişirme
- 3 tbsp(~45 ml) Olive oil
Baharat
- 0.5 tsp(~2.5 ml) Cumin
Denge
- 1 dessert spoon(~10 ml) Salt
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Instructions
- 1
Cut the tops from the caiguas, remove the seeds, and soften them in boiling water for 5 minutes.
5 min05:00 - 2
Fry the onion and garlic in olive oil for 5 minutes.
5 min05:00 - 3
Add the beef and cook for 8 minutes, until it changes color.
8 min08:00 - 4
Mix the chopped peanuts, olives, eggs, cumin, and salt into the filling.
- 5
Fill the caiguas.
- 6
Put grated tomato in the pot and place the stuffed vegetables inside.
- 7
Cover and cook over low heat for 25 minutes.
25 min25:00
💡 Tip: If caigua is unavailable, use small stuffing peppers; the same method works with a thin-skinned hollow vegetable.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve hot with tomato sauce and plain rice.
Good sources
Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
- Protein source
- Vitamin B12
Nutrition (per serving)
~360
kcal calories
25
g protein
24
g carbs
19
g fat
Protein 27%Carbs 26%Fat 47%
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
This recipe may contain allergens
- Peanut
- Egg
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Caigua Rellena make?
This recipe serves 4.How long does Caigua Rellena take?
Prep 25 minutes, cooking 45 minutes; 70 minutes in total.Is Caigua Rellena difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Caigua Rellena have?
Approximately 360 kcal per serving. Protein: 25g, carbs: 24g, fat: 19g.Which allergens does Caigua Rellena contain?
This recipe contains Peanut, Egg. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Caigua Rellena belong to?
This recipe belongs to Peruvian cuisine.How many ingredients does Caigua Rellena need?
This recipe needs 11 ingredients.
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