Gemista Agginares Me Kima Kai Rizi (greek Style Stuffed Artichokes With Ground Meat And Rice)

Gemista Agginares me Kima kai Rizi is a traditional Greek dish hailing from the Ionian Islands. This recipe features tender artichokes stuffed with a flavorful mixture of ground meat and rice, creating a delicious and satisfying meal.

Gluten Free Dairy Free Main Course Ionian Islands Greek Cuisine Stuffed Artichokes Ground Meat Rice
Gemista Agginares Me Kima Kai Rizi (greek Style Stuffed Artichokes With Ground Meat And Rice)

Ingredients

  • 4 large artichokes
  • 1 pound ground meat (beef or lamb)
  • 1 cup rice
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tomatoes, grated
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • 2 cups vegetable broth

Instructions

  1. Prepare the artichokes by cutting off the stems and removing the tough outer leaves. Use a spoon to scoop out the choke and create a hollow cavity in the center.
  2. In a bowl, combine the ground meat, rice, onion, grated tomatoes, parsley, dill, 1/4 cup of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine.
  3. Stuff the prepared artichokes with the meat and rice mixture, pressing it firmly into the cavities.
  4. Place the stuffed artichokes in a deep pot. Drizzle the remaining olive oil over the top and pour the lemon juice and vegetable broth into the pot.
  5. Cover the pot and cook the stuffed artichokes over medium heat for approximately 1 hour, or until the artichokes are tender and the filling is cooked through.
  6. Serve the Gemista Agginares me Kima kai Rizi hot, with a drizzle of olive oil and a squeeze of lemon juice if desired.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
30 minutes
Cooking time:
1 hour
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Protein
20g
Carbohydrates
30g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Deep pot Spoon Bowl

Tools

Knife Cutting board Lemon squeezer

Serving suggestions

Serve the Gemista Agginares me Kima kai Rizi with a side of Greek salad and crusty bread for a complete and satisfying meal.

Tips & tricks

To ensure the artichokes are tender, you can test for doneness by piercing them with a fork. The leaves should easily come off when they are ready.

Cost

$20