Capsicum recipes | 27 Indian capsicum recipes (Bell pepper recipes)

Capsicum recipes – A collection of 24 healthy and quick Indian capsicum recipes. Capsicum commonly known as bell pepper or sweet pepper, goes by the name shimla mirch in hindi. They are available in 3 different colors red, green and yellow. Each has its own set of nutritional values and health benefits.

Capsicum is rich in vitamins A and C hence has anti cancer properties. It also has nutrients that can lower the triglycerides keeping cholesterol under control. It also improves metabolism by burning fats, improves vision and is great for the digestive system.

If you haven’t been using much of shimla mirch in your diet i highly recommend these yummy capsicum recipes. Capsicum is easily digestible and can also be included in a baby’s diet after 10 months. I would often add them in my babies khichdi.

There are so many ways capsicum can be used in Indian food. You can include them in pulao, biryani, salads, stir fry, fried rice varieties, curries, chutney, dip or just stuff them with your favorite ingredients and pan roast or grill them.

They can be used in most curries since they lend a unique flavor to the dish. I also add them to my dal or biryani salan recipes.

They taste great when cooked with eggs, prawns or chicken as well. I have shared a lot of capsicum recipes on the blog, complied them all here for easy access. There are also few recipes which are loved at home but haven’t shared it here due to time constraints. I am sharing two of them here at the end of this post.

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Collection of capsicum recipes

Capsicum curry | How t...

Capsicum curry recipe - Simple capsicum masala gravy that goes very well with chapathi, rice, dosa and even with pulao. Capsicum is one of the ...

Capsicum rice recipe |...

Capsicum rice recipe or bell pepper rice with stovetop & instant pot instructions - A spicy capsicum pulao that can be made just under 30 ...

Capsicum fry recipe (B...

Capsicum fry recipe - A super quick and delicious dry capsicum curry that makes a good side dish in a Indian meal. It is so ...

Stuffed capsicum | Stu...

Stuffed capsicum recipe - Stuffed bell peppers are a popular dish across the world. These are so many different kinds of fillings made to stuff ...

Kadai paneer recipe

Kadai paneer is a spicy, warming, flavorful and super delicious dish made by cooking paneer & bell peppers in a fragrant, fresh ground spice powder ...

Capsicum cheese toast ...

Capsicum cheese toast recipe - Hot and cheesy toast made with bell peppers. It can be made for a quick evening snack or breakfast. This ...

Capsicum chutney recip...

Capsicum chutney recipe - Indian bell pepper chutney for breakfasts & snacks. Chutneys are a basic condiment from Indian cuisine and are mostly served with ...

Paneer tikka masala re...

Paneer tikka masala is a delicious, creamy & flavorful Indian dish made by grilling paneer & then simmering it in a masala gravy. Paneer refers ...

Mushroom pepper fry re...

Mushroom pepper fry is a simple, healthy & delicious South Indian dish made with mushrooms, bell peppers, curry leaves, fresh ground black pepper & fennel ...

capsicum salan | simla...

capsicum salan recipe for biryani, chapathi or parotta - When I shared the hyderabadi vegetable dum biryani, I wanted to share a side dish gravy ...

Chilli paneer recipe, ...

Chilli paneer recipe - A restaurant style paneer chilli dry, semi-dry & gravy recipes with video & step by step photos. Chilli paneer is a ...

Veg noodles recipe (Ve...

Veg noodles recipe - A quick dinner idea for busy week nights. Making this healthy & delicious vegetable noodles is super easy. It takes only ...

Paneer tikka recipe (r...

Paneer tikka recipe on tawa, in oven & air fryer. Tandoori paneer tikka is an immensely popular North Indian starter served in Indian restaurants. It ...

Red sauce pasta | How ...

Red sauce pasta recipe - Healthy & delicious kids' friendly pasta that can be made for after school meal or dinner. Red sauce pasta is ...

Veg roll recipe (roti ...

Veg roll recipe for kids - This simple veg roll recipe is an all-time favorite with my kids and is made very often for their ...

Cabbage stir fry | Chi...

Cabbage stir fry - Quick, easy and delicious Chinese style stir fried cabbage recipe. This recipe takes just 10 minutes to prepare apart from some ...

Pakora recipe (Vegetab...

Veg pakora recipe - Pakora are a delicious Indian crisp fried snack made with gram flour, spices & any main ingredient like onion, paneer or ...

Peanut capsicum chutne...

Peanut capsicum chutney for idli, dosa, pesarattu, pongal, paratha or any south Indian breakfasts. This chutney can be prepared with green or red capsicums or ...

Red capsicum chutney r...

Red capsicum chutney recipe - bell pepper chutney recipe for idli, dosa, paratha and sandwich. Bell peppers can be used for making capsicum curry, for ...

Aloo capsicum (aloo sh...

Aloo capsicum recipe - Easy stir fried dish made with potatoes, capsicum, spices & herbs. This dry aloo capsicum curry is a super easy & ...

Paneer jalfrezi

Paneer jalfrezi recipe made with paneer, bell peppers, onions and spices. I had made chicken Jalfrezi from a cookbook few times before and my people ...

Kadai egg masala recip...

Kadai egg masala - Delicious & healthy egg capsicum curry with step by step pictures. Eggs are one of the most versatile foods that many ...

pepper paneer recipe |...

pepper paneer recipe - Apt for the cold season to go with plain basmathi rice or roti. It is kids friendly and even goes well ...

Tofu stir fry | Easy I...

Tofu stir fry made in Indian style with tofu and pantry staples. This super quick tofu recipe will help you whip up a healthy and ...

Zucchini stir fry

Zucchini stir fry made under 15 mins. This stir fried zucchini tastes delicious and goes well as a side with any meal. It can also ...

Kadai chicken recipe |...

Kadai chicken is a delicious, spicy & flavorful dish made with chicken, onions, tomatoes, ginger, garlic & fresh ground spices known as kadai masala. Kadai ...

Capsicum egg bhurji

1. Wash and chop 1 large bell pepper to ½ inch bites or thin slices. You must be having 1.5 to 2 cups chopped.
2. Heat 1 tbsp oil and saute half tsp cumin/ jeera for a minute.
3. Add 1 tsp ginger garlic paste or 1 tsp finely chopped garlic. Saute until you begin to smell good.
4. Add capsicum. Sprinkle little salt and a generous pinch of turmeric. Saute on a medium heat until the capsicum is half done but still crunchy.
5. Add ½ to ¾ tsp garam masala and ¾ tsp red chili powder. Saute just for a min.
6. Break 2 eggs to a bowl. Beat it well until frothy. Pour that to the pan. Stir well for the bell pepper to be coated well with egg. Cover and cook on a low flame until the egg is cooked completely.
7. Add coriander leaves and lemon juice. Serve with plain rice, roti or plain bread or pav.

Boiled eggs in red capsicum gravy

1. Boil 2 eggs and shell them. Prick them with fork and set aside.
2. Heat a pan with 1 tbsp oil. Saute 2 red chilies, 1 large cubed onion and 1 large bell pepper until the peppers are half cooked. Set aside to cool.
3. Add these to a blender and make a smooth puree with half cup water.
4. Heat the same pan with little more oil. Fry the eggs for 2 to 3 mins. Add 1 finely chopped green chili, 1 ½ tsp chopped garlic or ginger garlic paste. When it smells good, add the capsicum puree. Cook until the gravy thickens, if needed add more water to bring it to a consistency.