Beef Noodle Stuffed Peppers
Beef Noodle Stuffed Peppers is a creative fusion dish where bell peppers are hollowed out and filled with a savory mixture of ground beef, noodles, and seasonings. It typically combines elements from American stuffed peppers with Asian noodle flavors, using ingredients like soy sauce, garlic, and ginger. This hearty meal is a popular home-cooked comfort food in many Western households.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in protein from the beef and provides a good balance of carbohydrates from the noodles, while the peppers add fiber and vitamins. A standard serving (one stuffed pepper) generally ranges from 350 to 450 calories, depending on the portion sizes and added fats.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 380 kcal |
| Protein | 22 g |
| Carbs | 30 g |
| Fat | 18 g |
| Fiber | 5 g |
| Sugar | 6 g |
| Sodium | 650 mg |
| Potassium | 480 mg |
| Vitamin C | 115 mg |
| Vitamin A | 180 mcg |
| Iron | 3.5 mg |
| Calcium | 85 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.4 mg |
| Zinc | 4.2 mg |
| Phosphorus | 220 mg |
Per 1 stuffed pepper (approximately 250 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it represents a modern, adaptable recipe that blends Western and Asian culinary traditions, often customized with different noodle types like ramen or spaghetti. Nutritionally, it's interesting because it incorporates vegetables directly into a hearty main dish, making it a convenient way to increase vegetable intake.
