Turkish Stuffed Onions with Ground Beef and Rice Bake

Cooking Instructions:

Step 1: Prepare the Onion

• Cut the onion halfway down without slicing it completely.
• Place the onion in a pot of water and boil for 15 minutes. [00:00]

Step 2: Prepare the Filling

• In a bowl, mix 400 grams of ground beef with your favorite spices (Adyghe salt, dry garlic, and pepper).
• Add 70 grams of rinsed rice to the mixture. Adjust the rice quantity to your preference.
• Add some chopped cilantro or your favorite greens and mix well. [00:15]

Step 3: Shred the Onion

• Once the onion is cooked and cooled, carefully separate it into strands. [00:30]

Step 4: Stuff the Onion

• Take the onion strands and wrap them around the filling, forming a neat roll. [00:45]

Step 5: Arrange and Bake

• Place the stuffed onion rolls on a baking tray.
• Prepare a sauce by mixing tomato paste, canned tomatoes, and water, then pour it over the rolls until covered.
• Bake in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius for 45 minutes. You can cover it with a lid or foil to prevent burning. [01:00]

Step 6: Serve

• After 45 minutes, remove from the oven and enjoy the aromatic dish. [01:45]