Tomatoes stuffed with meat and rice
4 servings
30 minutes
Tomatoes stuffed with meat and rice are a dish of Russian cuisine that combines the juiciness of fresh tomatoes with the tenderness of aromatic minced meat. Its origin is linked to the traditions of home cooking, where housewives aimed to use seasonal vegetables most effectively. Baked tomatoes with meat acquire a rich, slightly sweet taste that is perfectly complemented by creamy sour cream sauce and fresh herbs. This dish is versatile – it can be served as an appetizer, side dish, or a standalone hot meal. It pairs excellently with rye bread and light vegetable salads. Due to its simplicity in preparation and harmonious flavor, stuffed tomatoes remain a favorite treat for family dinners and festive gatherings.
1
For stuffing, medium-sized tomatoes should be taken. Wash them in cold water, cut off the tops, and carefully remove the core with seeds without breaking the tomatoes. Salt the prepared tomatoes, sprinkle with pepper, and fill with stuffing.
- Tomatoes: 8 pieces
- Fresh herbs: to taste
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: 0.3 glass
- Onion: 1 head
3
Place the stuffed tomatoes in a pan greased with oil; you can sprinkle them with grated cheese. Then drizzle with oil and bake in the oven for 15-20 minutes.
- Vegetable oil: 3 tablespoons
4
Transfer the prepared tomatoes to a plate, drizzle with sour cream sauce, and sprinkle with parsley or dill.
- Fresh herbs: to taste
