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Pickled Peppers with Walnut Filling – Georgian Starter

Georgian steampunk recipes — classic dishes reimagined with storytelling and flavor.

Intro/Story

In a workshop of brass gears and copper pipes, colorful peppers are lowered into bubbling brine by mechanical arms. Walnuts are ground by iron pistons, herbs released in bursts of steam. The peppers emerge stuffed and gleaming, a creation of spice and invention, ready to ignite the feast with bold Georgian flavor.

Pickled peppers with walnut filling are a traditional Georgian appetizer, combining the tang of preserved vegetables with the richness of ground walnuts and herbs. Served cold, they are a staple on festive tables, offering a balance of sour, nutty, and aromatic notes that reflect Georgia’s love for bold contrasts in flavor.

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Ingredients

• 6 medium sweet peppers (red, yellow, green)
• 150 g walnuts
• 2 garlic cloves
• 1 tbsp coriander seeds
• 1 tsp fenugreek seeds
• 2 tbsp fresh cilantro
• 2 tbsp parsley
• 2 tbsp vinegar
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp sugar

Preparation Parameters

• Preparation time: 20 minutes
• Cooking time: 0 minutes
• Total time: 2 days
• Yield: 4 servings

Preparation

1. Blanch peppers briefly, then cool and peel.
2. Grind walnuts, garlic, and spices into a paste.
3. Mix with herbs, vinegar, salt, and sugar.
4. Stuff peppers with walnut mixture.
5. Place in jars, cover with brine, and let rest for 2–3 days.

Nutritional Facts (per stuffed pepper)

• Calories: ~120
• Protein: 4 g
• Carbohydrates: 10 g
• Fat: 8 g (healthy fats from walnuts)
• Rich in fiber, antioxidants, and plant protein.

Tips & Variations

• Use hot peppers for a spicier version.
• Add pomegranate seeds for freshness.
• Serve sliced as part of a starter platter.
• Combine with pickled garlic or cucumbers for variety.

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