Kurdish Stuffed Tomatos

May 29, 2023May 29, 20230 3
Kurdish Stuffed Tomatos for a Flavorful Main Course
in Main

Prep

30 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

1 hr 10 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

10 medium size tomatoes
1/2 lb ground beef , and lamb mix
3/4 cup basmati rice
1 chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped parsley or 1/2 cup cilantro
1 ounce raisins
1 tablespoon paprika
1/2 lemon , juice of
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 cup water
1 pinch salt
1 pinch pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
10
Calories
183
Sugar
6g
Fat
5g
Kurdish Stuffed Tomatos are a traditional Middle Eastern dish that can be enjoyed as a flavorful main course meal. These tomatoes are stuffed with a savory mixture of ground beef, lamb, and basmati rice along with a combination of spices, including paprika, parsley or cilantro, and lemon juice. The dish is then simmered in a pot of water until the rice is fully cooked and the tomatoes are soft. The result is a filling and flavorful meal that can be enjoyed either hot or cold.

Instructions

1.Prepare the tomatoes by cutting off the tops and scooping out the insides with a spoon.
2.Rinse the tomatoes and set them aside.
3.In a separate bowl, mix the ground beef and lamb, rice, onion, parsley or cilantro, raisins, paprika, lemon juice, and tomato paste.
4.Stuff each tomato with the mixture, being careful not to overfill.
5.Place the stuffed tomatoes in a large pot.
6.Add 1 cup of water to the pot with a pinch of salt and pepper.
7.Cover the pot and cook the tomatoes over medium heat for 30-40 minutes until the rice is fully cooked and the tomatoes are soft.

PROS

These stuffed tomatoes are packed with flavor and make for a satisfying main course meal.
They are also relatively easy to make and can be enjoyed hot or cold.

CONS

This dish may not appeal to those who aren’t fans of tomatoes or Mediterranean-style cuisine.
It also requires a bit of preparation time to get the tomatoes ready for stuffing.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

These tomatoes are a nutritious meal option, as they contain a mix of protein, whole grains, and vegetables. The beef and lamb mixture provides protein, while the rice and vegetables add fiber and essential vitamins.

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