Monaco-style Stuffed Onions (Oignons farcis à la monégasque)
Oignons farcis à la monégasque, or Monaco-style Stuffed Onions, is a traditional dish from the cuisine of Monaco. This flavorful and hearty dish features onions stuffed with a delicious mixture of ground meat, rice, and herbs, creating a satisfying meal that is perfect for a special occasion or a comforting family dinner.
Ingredients
- 4 large onions
- 250g ground meat (beef, pork, or a combination)
- 1/2 cup cooked rice
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup beef or vegetable broth
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Cut the tops off the onions and carefully remove the inner layers, leaving the outer layers intact. Chop the removed onion pieces and set aside.
- In a bowl, mix the ground meat, cooked rice, chopped parsley, Parmesan cheese, egg, salt, pepper, and the chopped onion pieces.
- Stuff the hollowed-out onions with the meat mixture.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Place the stuffed onions in the skillet and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
- Pour the broth into the skillet and bring to a simmer. Cover and cook for 45-50 minutes, or until the onions are tender and the filling is cooked through.
- Serve the stuffed onions hot, garnished with additional parsley if desired.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 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
Large skillet Baking dish
Tools
Knife Mixing bowl Spatula
Serving suggestions
Serve the Oignons farcis à la monégasque with a side of crusty bread and a green salad for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
To make this dish vegetarian, you can substitute the ground meat with cooked lentils or a meat alternative.
Cost
$15