Beef meatballs
Description
The dish is prepared without unnecessary complications. Beef "hedgehogs" according to this recipe are cute little meatballs, very tasty and filling. The sauce makes them juicy and incredibly appetizing. In fact, everyone can decide for themselves whether to make the hedgehogs larger or smaller. The recipe I followed suggested making them large, but in my personal opinion, it's better to make them small—they look neater and more attractive. Good luck! The finished dish can now be served.
Instructions
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Step 1
Prepare all the necessary ingredients for cooking.
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Step 2
Rinse the rice thoroughly under cold running water.
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Step 3
In a convenient container, mix the rice, minced meat, egg, salt, pepper, and spices to taste. Mix everything thoroughly by hand.
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Step 4
Finely chop the onion and sauté it in a frying pan with vegetable oil. Then push the onion to the side and add the grated carrot (using a coarse grater).
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Step 5
Pour water into a saucepan and add tomato paste, then place over heat. Add vegetables and spices to the saucepan. Bring everything to a boil and reduce the heat. Season with salt, add a little sugar and a drop of vinegar.
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Step 6
Form meatballs from the minced meat and coat them in flour.
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Step 7
Heat the skillet well and pour oil into it, then reduce the heat to medium and fry the meatballs on all sides until a crust forms. Transfer the cooked meatballs to a plate.
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Step 8
Transfer all the fried meatballs into a pot with tomato sauce. Reduce the heat, cover the pot with a lid, and simmer the meatballs for 20–25 minutes. If necessary, extend the cooking time until the rice is fully cooked.
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Step 9
Serve with a side dish. Best wishes