Braised cabbage with
Description
Meat and vegetables are a classic culinary combination. This recipe includes both the main dish and a side. It's simple to prepare and turns out juicy and delicious. You can cook the "hedgehogs" without rice first, then cover them with a layer of uncooked rice. I used regular long-grain rice, but if possible, use basmati. It makes the "hedgehogs" look more unusual, although the taste remains unchanged. You can use any ground meat, but a mixed variety is preferable for better flavor.
Instructions
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Step 1
Prepare all the ingredients.
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Step 2
Shred the cabbage.
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Step 3
Salt and knead with your hands to make it softer. Add grated carrots, diced onion, and mix everything together.
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Step 4
I will cook it in a multicooker, but you can also prepare this dish on the stovetop in any pot with a thick bottom. Pour in the oil, add the cabbage with vegetables, and simmer until tender.
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Step 5
Meanwhile, cut the crusts off the bun and soak the crumb in milk.
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Step 6
Rinse the rice well.
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Step 7
In a deep bowl, combine the ground meat, minced garlic, finely diced onion, bread roll squeezed dry from milk, and 3 tablespoons of rice. Season with salt and pepper to taste, and mix well.
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Step 8
Shape the minced meat into balls of the desired size and roll them in the remaining rice on all sides.
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Step 9
Depending on the size, yields 7 to 9 pieces.
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Step 10
As soon as the cabbage becomes softer and releases its juice, add tomato paste, sugar, salt to taste, and about 1 cup of hot water.
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Step 11
Place the prepared meatballs on top. Cook on "Simmer" mode or over low heat (if cooking on gas) for about 1.5 hours. I check doneness by the readiness of the rice. During cooking, you can take a look occasionally and, if necessary, add a little water.
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Step 12
Serve the finished dish in portions. Suitable for both adults and children.
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Step 13
Serve at the table.