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Stuffed Onions

Cultural Context

Stuffed onions have roots in Middle Eastern cuisine, particularly in Syria, where they are often served during festive occasions and family gatherings. This dish reflects the region's rich agricultural heritage, utilizing locally available ingredients like onions and spices. Variations exist across cultures, with different fillings and cooking methods, showcasing the dish's adaptability and global appeal.

SyrianSYmain
90 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
onions
1 pound ground meat
3 cups water
Southern Boys jambalaya mix
garlic powder
black pepper
bell peppers
Classico sweet basil
cheese

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is lower in fat, while ground pork is often less expensive.

bulgur wheat

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: rice

Quinoa is a gluten-free alternative, while rice is a budget-friendly substitute.

pine nuts

🥗Healthier: sunflower seeds

💰Cheaper: chopped walnuts

Sunflower seeds are lower in calories, while walnuts are more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is heart-healthy, while canola oil is often less expensive.

1

Cut the ends off the onions.

2

Hollow out the onions by running a knife down through it and cutting out the core.

3

Remove the outer skin of the onion carefully, leaving the onion intact.

4

Seal the bottom of the hollowed onion with a piece of onion core.

5

In a pot, add 3 cups of water and bring it to a boil.

6

Add 1 pound of ground meat to the skillet and brown it.

7

Season the meat with Southern Boys seasoning, garlic powder, and black pepper.

8

Add half of the Holy Trinity (bell peppers and onions) to the skillet and mix well.

9

Once the water is boiling, stir in the Southern Boys jambalaya mix.

10

Combine the browned meat mixture with the jambalaya mix.

11

Stuff the mixture into the hollowed onions, packing it down.

12

Pour Classico sweet basil sauce on top of each stuffed onion.

13

Pour some sauce into the bottom of the baking pan.

14

Preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C).

15

Place the stuffed onions in the oven and bake for about 35 minutes.

16

After 35 minutes, add cheese on top of the stuffed onions.

17

Return the onions to the oven for an additional 5-10 minutes until the cheese is melted.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

skilletpotbaking panknife

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

Kebbeh MakliKebbehStuffed Onions with Meat

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