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Vegan South African Brunch: Mielie Pap-Stuffed Bell Peppers with Vegan Boerewors and Shiitake Mushroom Gravy

Discover this scrumptious and colorful Vegan South African Brunch: Mielie Pap-Stuffed Bell Peppers with Vegan Boerewors and Shiitake Mushroom Gravy, perfect for a delicious plant-based meal at home.

🕒 (Prep, Cook, Total) - Prep Time: 45 minutes - Cook Time: 30 minutes - Total Time: 1 hour, 15 minutes
🍽 Servings: 6 servings
🔥 Difficulty: Advanced
🌎 Cuisine: South African

Allergens

Gluten-free (depending on Vegan Boerewors recipe)

Ingredients

  • 6 large bell peppers (assorted colors)
  • 1 recipe Vegan Mielie Pap (see below)
  • 1 recipe Vegan Boerewors (see below)
  • 1 recipe Shiitake Mushroom Gravy (see below)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds. Stuff each pepper with prepared Vegan Mielie Pap. Place stuffed peppers in a baking dish and bake for 20 minutes.
  2. Sauté Vegan Boerewors according to package instructions and chop into bite sized pieces.
  3. Remove peppers from the oven, and fill with sautéed Boerewors. Top with Shiitake Mushroom Gravy and bake for an additional 10 minutes.

Chef’s Insight

Experiment with different colors of bell peppers to add vibrancy to your dish.

Notes

Serve with a side of fresh fruit salad for a complete and satisfying meal.

Cultural or Historical Background

This vegan brunch recipe draws inspiration from traditional South African dishes like pap (a porridge made from cornmeal) and boerewors (a type of sausage).