Capsicum Recipes | 27 Bell Pepper Recipes

Capsicum recipes – A collection of 27 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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Capsicum Rice Recipe

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Stuffed Capsicum | Stu...

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Capsicum Fry (Bell Pep...

Capsicum Fry is a simple, super quick and delicious dish of stir fried bell peppers with spices and herbs. This easy Bell Pepper Stir Fry ...

Capsicum Curry | Capsi...

Capsicum curry is a simple dish with easy prep that is packed with a punch of flavors. Made with capsicum aka bell peppers, onions, tomatoes ...

Kadai Paneer Recipe (D...

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 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...

Make classic Paneer Tikka Masala at home, just like the one you get at your favorite Indian restaurant. This Paneer Tikka Masala is super flavorful, ...

Mushroom Pepper Fry (P...

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

Chilli Paneer Recipe (...

Make restaurant style Chilli Paneer recipe with options to prepare dry, semi-dry & gravy versions. Chilli Paneer is one of the popular vegetarian appetizers served ...

Veg Noodles Recipe (Ve...

Veg noodles aka Vegetable noodles is an easy to make Indo-Chinese dish that serves as a quick dinner or meal option. Made with noodles of ...

Paneer Tikka Recipe in...

Paneer Tikka Recipe - Indian cottage cheese aka Paneer marinated in a spicy and super flavorful tandoori masala & grilled to perfection! These skewers of ...

Red Sauce Pasta (Red P...

Make delicious and easy Red Sauce Pasta under 30 minutes. Made with pantry staple like fusilli, tomatoes, onions, spices and herbs, this flavorsome Red Pasta ...

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 Recip...

Make quick and delicious Cabbage Stir Fry with my easy recipe. This Chinese style Stir Fried Cabbage is a perfect side dish & goes well ...

Vegetable Pakora Recip...

Vegetable Pakora recipe made with mixed vegetables, spices, herbs and gram flour. Chai Pakora is a match made in the heaven & we love the ...

Red Pepper Chutney (Re...

Red Bell Pepper Chutney aka Red Capsicum Chutney is slightly hot, tangy, nutty and so delicious that anyone will love! Pair this with any kind ...

Aloo Capsicum | Aloo S...

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

Paneer Jalfrezi Recipe

Paneer Jalfrezi is a vegetarian take on the "Jalfrezi", a classic curried dish popular in the UK. This quick dish is made with paneer, bell ...

Indian Tofu Kadai Reci...

This Indian Tofu Kadai is easy and spectacular! Make this restaurant quality dish with little effort & pantry staples. Pan-fried crisp tofu & veggies are ...

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 (...

Make this restaurant style Kadai Chicken for a hearty Indian meal. Serve it with Butter Naan, Chapati, Tandoori Roti, Basmati rice or Jeera rice. 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.