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Greek Stuffed Onions: Salantourmasi

Greek Stuffed Onions: Salantourmasi

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Greek Stuffed Onions: Salantourmasi offers a delightful taste of traditional Greek cuisine, bringing warmth and comfort to your dining table. This recipe features tender onions stuffed with a savory blend of ground beef, Arborio rice, and aromatic herbs, all simmered in a rich tomato sauce. Perfect for family dinners or special gatherings, these stuffed onions are not only flavorful but also visually stunning, making them sure to impress your guests. Enjoy a comforting meal that embodies the essence of Mediterranean comfort food.

Ingredients

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  • 68 medium onions
  • 2 pounds ground beef
  • 1 cup Arborio rice
  • 56 garlic cloves, grated
  • 2 cups pureed tomatoes
  • 23 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 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. Prepare the onions by boiling them in salted water until softened. Let cool and gently separate the layers.
  2. In a skillet, sauté chopped onion in olive oil until softened. Add grated garlic and ground beef; cook until browned.
  3. Stir in tomato puree and Arborio rice with reserved onion broth; cook until most liquid is absorbed.
  4. Stuff each onion layer with the filling and arrange them seam-side down in a baking pan.
  5. Mix remaining sauce ingredients and pour over the stuffed onions; cover with foil.
  6. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for about 45 minutes covered, then an additional 35-45 minutes uncovered until tender.

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