Colorful Rice with Vegetables and Meatballs
Embark on a culinary journey where oriental flavors meet French tradition! This colorful rice with vegetables accompanied by delicious spicy meatballs instantly transports you to exotic lands. A complete dish that perfectly combines nutritional balance and flavor explosion. Prepared in just 45 minutes, this economical dish will delight the whole family. The ground beef meatballs, generously spiced with paprika and cumin, provide a soft and flavorful texture. The basmati rice flavored with turmeric and saffron, garnished with red bell pepper and peas, offers a vibrant color palette. Each bite is a symphony of textures and aromas that awakens the taste buds. Simple to make but impressive to serve, this dish will quickly become a classic in your culinary repertoire. Perfect for a weekday dinner or to impress your guests, it pairs wonderfully with a fresh salad or mint yogurt.
Double Compartment 9L Air Fryer – 8-in-1
€69.99
Pros:
- Two independent baskets for simultaneous cooking
- Smart Finish technology for synchronized cooking end time
- Intuitive touchscreen with automatic programs
Con:
- Takes up more countertop space
- 1
Finely grate the onion and chop the garlic. In a bowl, mix all the meatball ingredients. Form balls 3-4 cm in diameter. Brown them for 6-8 minutes in an oiled pan until well cooked.
- 2
In a saucepan, sauté the chopped onion in oil. Add the spices and stir for 30 seconds. Incorporate the rice and let it pearly for 1 minute. Add water (2 volumes for 1 volume of rice), peas and bell pepper. Cover and cook for 12-15 minutes over low heat.
- 3
Fluff the rice with a fork. Arrange it on a plate, distribute the meatballs and sprinkle with fresh herbs.
- Rice: Let it rest 5 minutes after cooking for more fluffiness
- Meatballs: Prepare them in advance to save time
- Spices: Adjust quantities according to your preferences
- Vegetables: Add carrots or corn for more colors
- Serve with a tomato and cucumber salad, or mint yogurt. Some toasted sliced almonds will add a crunchy touch.
- Variations: Vegetarian version with lentil and chickpea meatballs, spicier version with chili, or Mediterranean version with ground lamb
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