Rice meatballs
Description
This recipe for rice cutlets can be supplemented with a variety of spices and vegetables to taste. For color, you can add a little tomato paste, for example. To make the dish healthier, you can cook it in a steamer or, as in this case, braise with vegetables.
Instructions
- 1
Step 1
1. Rice should be soaked in hot water for some time beforehand. Pass the meat through a meat grinder (you can use not only beef or pork, but also chicken mince, for example, in the recipe for rice meatballs).
- 2
Step 2
2. Drain the water from the rice and mix it with the ground meat. Peel the garlic and finely dice it or press it through a garlic press. Add the egg, season with a little salt and pepper to taste. Mix everything thoroughly.
- 3
Step 3
3. Moisten your hands with water and shape into small balls. If desired, you can add a little breadcrumbs to the mixture or coat the homemade rice meatballs in flour.
- 4
Step 4
4. Place the shredded cabbage into a high-edged frying pan. Put the meatballs on top and cover with a lid.
- 5
Step 5
5. Simmer until cooked, turning the meatballs over during cooking. You can also use any other vegetables or tomato sauce, for example.