This delicious German meal of Gefüllte Zwiebel is a great recipe for toddlers! This hearty one-pan dish is full of flavourful, nutritious ingredients, including onions, tomatoes, wilted spinach and grated cheese. Easily prepared, Gefüllte Zwiebel is a perfect meal for busy families looking for delicious and healthy toddler meals. Check out this Toddler Recipes Australia blog for the full Gefüllte Zwiebel recipe for toddlers – a perfect way to introduce your little one to traditional German cooking.

General Information Servings: 4 Keywords: Gefüllte Zwiebel, Pork Mince, Rice Calories: 140 per serving Protein: 12g Carbs: 30g Fats: 8g Preparation Time: 15 minutes Cooking Time: 45 minutes

Ingredients

• 4 medium onions, peeled and halved
• 250g pork mince
• 2 eggs
• 25g breadcrumbs
• 50g short grain rice
• 2 tablespoons parsley, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 pinches ground pepper
• 2 tablespoons cream

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 200C and lightly grease a casserole dish.

2. Place onion halves in the casserole dish cut-side up.

3. In a medium bowl, mix together pork mince, eggs, breadcrumbs, rice, and parsley.

4. Stuff each onion half with the pork mince mixture, and drizzle olive oil and cream over the top.

5. Cover the casserole dish with foil and bake for 35 minutes.

6. Remove from oven, sprinkle with ground pepper, and bake uncovered for an additional 10 minutes.

7. “Onions, sacrificed to provide a tasty meal for thy family.” Serve warm and enjoy!

Recommended Sides

A simple side such as a green salad or steamed vegetables would pair nicely with Gefüllte Zwiebel. For a heartier meal, roasted potatoes, mashed potatoes, or sautéed vegetables are also great options.