Did stuffed peppers and tomatoes originate in Turkey or Greece?

Stuffed peppers and tomatoes, also known as dolma, have been a staple in Mediterranean cuisine for centuries. The origin of the dish is a topic of debate and it is difficult to determine which country it originated from, Turkey or Greece.

The word dolma means 'stuffed' in Turkish, and the dish is a popular part of Turkish cuisine. However, it is also a traditional dish in Greek cuisine, where it is known as yemista.

It is possible that the dish originated in Turkey and then spread to Greece, or vice versa. Some food historians believe that the dish may have originated in the Ottoman Empire, which spanned across Turkey, Greece, and other countries in the region.

Regardless of its origin, stuffed peppers and tomatoes remain a popular dish in both Turkish and Greek cuisine, as well as in other countries around the world.