Pork mince meatballs in the oven
8 servings
90 minutes
Pork meatballs in the oven are a traditional dish of European cuisine, symbolizing home comfort and a hearty dinner. Tender meatballs infused with the aromas of spices combine the softness of pork mince, the lightness of rice, and the freshness of greens. Baked in tomato sauce, they acquire a rich flavor with a pleasant tanginess, while vegetables add extra juiciness. This versatile dish is suitable for both family lunches and festive gatherings. It can be served with mashed potatoes, buckwheat, or simply with crispy bread to enjoy every bite of the rich sauce.
1
Prepare the necessary ingredients.
2
Rinse the rice under running water, salt to taste, and boil until half-cooked. Place in a colander to drain the liquid and cool.
- Rice: 100 g
- Salt: to taste
3
Clean 100 g of onion, chop it into medium cubes or strips, and place it in a blender.
- Onion: 150 g
4
Chop the onion with an immersion blender.
5
Add onion to the minced meat, salt it, and add pepper to taste. Mix the minced meat well.
- Onion: 150 g
- Ground pork: 300 g
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
6
Pour vegetable oil into the baking dish.
- Vegetable oil: 25 ml
7
Clean 50 grams of onion, chop it into small cubes or strips, and place it in a baking dish.
- Onion: 150 g
8
Clean and wash the carrots, cut them into cubes or strips, and place them next to the onions.
- Carrot: 100 g
9
Place the rice in the container with the minced meat.
- Rice: 100 g
10
Wash the greens under running water, chop finely, and add to the container with the minced meat and rice.
- Fresh herbs: to taste
11
Mix the minced meat well with rice and herbs.
12
Form the meatballs, place them in a baking dish, pour in 200 ml of tomato juice, and cover with a lid. Bake in the oven for about 40 minutes at 180 degrees.
- Tomato juice: 200 ml
