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Greek Stuffed Onions: Salantourmasi

Greek Stuffed Onions: Salantourmasi
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Greek Stuffed Onions: Salantourmasi is a delightful Mediterranean dish that showcases the rich flavors of Greek cuisine. This recipe features tender onions filled with a savory mixture of ground beef, rice, and aromatic herbs, all simmered in a luscious tomato sauce. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, these stuffed onions not only tantalize the taste buds but also present beautifully on any table. The combination of hearty ingredients and impressive presentation makes this dish a must-try for anyone seeking comfort food with a cultural twist.

Ingredients

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  • 6-8 onions
  • 2 pounds ground beef
  • 1 cup Arborio rice
  • 2 cups pureed tomatoes
  • Fresh parsley
  • 2-3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 5-6 garlic cloves, grated
  • 1 and 1/2 teaspoons salt or to taste
  • freshly cracked black pepper
  • 1/3 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried mint
  • 1 teaspoon dried dill
  • 2 cups onion broth

Instructions

  1. Cut the tops and bottoms off the onions and peel them. Boil in salted water for 10-15 minutes until softened. Reserve onion broth.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion until softened, then add garlic and ground beef; cook until browned.
  3. Stir in rice and reserved onion broth, cooking until absorbed (about 6-8 minutes). Remove from heat.
  4. Carefully stuff each onion layer with the filling and arrange them seam-side down in a baking pan.
  5. Mix sauce ingredients together and pour over the stuffed onions. Cover with foil.
  6. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for about 45 minutes covered, then uncover and bake an additional 35-45 minutes until tender.

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