
Rice-stuffed hedgehogs in a multicooker
Description
Many of us remember the taste of "hedgehogs" from early childhood—someone's mom used to make them, while others had them at daycare. This recipe for "Rice-Stuffed Meatballs in a Multicooker" will help you relive those childhood flavors. And for those who now have little ones of their own, it's a perfect chance to prepare something delicious and nutritious for them. The clear, step-by-step instructions make it easy even for inexperienced parents. All that's left is to prepare a side dish, and then you're ready to sit down and enjoy your meal.
Instructions
- 1
Step 1

Pour rice into a bowl, rinse well.
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Step 2

Peel the onion and finely chop it.
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Step 3

Wash the carrot, peel it, and grate it.
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Step 4

Wash the tomatoes and cut them into cubes.
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Step 5

Pour vegetable oil into the multicooker bowl. Add prepared onion and carrot. Select the "Baking" mode, set cooking time to 20 minutes. Fry the vegetables with the lid open.
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Step 6

At the same time, place the minced meat into the washed rice, add egg, salt, and pepper. Mix well. Shape into little hedgehogs (meatballs). The "Baking" program has just completed its 10 minutes. Add the chopped tomatoes to the vegetables, then place the hedgehogs on top. Close the lid and let them finish cooking in this mode.
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Step 7

After the "Baking" mode ends, open the lid and add spices. Pour in hot water until the meatballs are almost completely covered. Select the "Stewing" mode and set the cooking time to 1 hour.