Tomatoes stuffed with meat
2 servings
60 minutes
Stuffed tomatoes with meat are an exquisite combination of juicy vegetables and tender, aromatic filling baked to perfection. This recipe rooted in home cooking traditions offers a harmonious blend of textures: the softness of the baked tomato, the juiciness of the meat filling, and the tenderness of melted cheese. The slight acidity of the tomatoes complements the rich flavor of the meat, while fresh herbs add a special zest to the dish. It is perfect for cozy family dinners as well as festive gatherings, impressing with its simplicity and elegance. Served hot with sour cream, it becomes even richer and softer. Stuffed tomatoes are not just food but a true gastronomic delight that awakens memories of warm evenings and the aromas of home.
1
For stuffing, you need to take medium-sized tomatoes. Wash them in cold water, cut off the tops, and carefully remove the pulp with seeds without damaging the tomatoes.
- Tomatoes: 8 pieces
2
To prepare the minced meat, finely chop the meat or pass it through a meat grinder, add cooked fluffy rice, finely chopped fried onion, salt, and pepper.
- Meat: 200 g
- Rice: 50 g
- Onion: 1 head
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
3
Salt the prepared tomatoes, sprinkle with pepper, and fill with minced meat. Place the stuffed tomatoes in a greased pan; sprinkle with grated cheese. Then drizzle with oil and bake in the oven for 15-20 minutes.
- Tomatoes: 8 pieces
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
- Meat: 200 g
- Cheese: 25 g
- Vegetable oil: 3 tablespoons
4
Transfer the prepared tomatoes to a plate, drizzle with sour cream, and generously sprinkle with parsley or dill.
- Sour cream: 1 jar
- Green: 50 g