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Meatballs with rice
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Meatballs with rice are tender balls that combine meat and rice, creating a juicy and flavorful dish. Rice helps the meatballs hold their shape and absorb the juices. This dish is versatile and can be served with any side or sour cream, with the sauce enhancing its taste.
Variations
- In tomato sauce with carrots and spices
- In creamy sauce with mayonnaise and ketchup
- Pan-cooked without oven with a tomato-cream sauce
Secrets for tenderness and taste
- Use partially cooked rice to absorb meat juices
- Mix meat and rice thoroughly for a uniform texture
- Lightly press the formed balls to help them hold shape
Ingredient tips
- Use a mix of beef and pork or any available minced meat
- Coat in flour to retain moisture during baking
- Adjust sauce amount to desired consistency
Small culinary nuances
- Bake first, then simmer in sauce for better texture
- Sauce should cover at least two-thirds of the meatballs
- Simmer on low heat with a lid to keep them juicy
Ingredients for the recipe
Ingredients
Skott Smeat Beef Mince 450g
600 g
Onion
2 pscs
Chicken Egg С1 1pc
2 pscs
Garlic
2 cloves
Nash Sik Tomato Juice with Salt 1.93l
400 ml
Chumak Tomato Paste 25% 300g
100 g
Pripravka Seasoning for Meat 30g
to taste
Khutorok Parboiled Long Grain Rice 800g
250 g
Preparation steps
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Preparing the rice — Rinse the rice, add water, and cook 7–10 minutes after boiling until half-cooked. Drain in a colander and cool. Time: 15 min. Guideline: Rice is soft but not overcooked.
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Preparing the meat — Mix the mince with chopped onion, garlic, and cooled rice. Add egg, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly. Time: 5 min. Guideline: Mixture is uniform and pliable.
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Shaping the meatballs — Form meatballs of equal size, lightly pressing in your palms. Coat in flour, shaking off excess. Time: 5 min. Guideline: Meatballs are oval and floured.
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Baking the meatballs — Place meatballs on a parchment-lined tray. Bake in a preheated 190 °C oven. Time: 10 min. Guideline: Meatballs are light brown on top.
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Preparing the sauce — Slice onion into half-rings, grate the carrot. Heat oil in a pan and sauté vegetables until golden. Time: 5 min. Guideline: Vegetables are golden and tender.
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Adding tomato paste — Add tomato paste to the sautéed vegetables, stir, and cook for 1 minute, stirring. Time: 2 min. Guideline: Paste is evenly distributed and aromatic.
Where to order ingredients
Select the required ingredients in one of the stores
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