Budget stew with meatballs for a hearty lunch: any minced meat will do

If you have some minced meat and vegetables, it's a great idea to make a stew with meatballs. You will get a full-fledged hearty meal for lunch that does not require long cooking. In addition, it has all the ingredients that a person needs during the day to feel good.

The idea of cooking a hearty stew with meatballs for lunch was published on the Instagram page of food blogger Alex Mil (mil alexx fit). The dish is very flavorful and juicy.

Ingredients for meatballs:

• minced meat - 500 g
• salt, pepper, paprika

Ingredients for the stew:

• potatoes - 600 g
• carrots - 250 g
• onion - 200 g
• peas - 200 g
• sweet pepper - 200 g
• garlic - 3-4 cloves
• tomato paste - 2 tbsp
• salt, pepper, hot pepper
• water - 1200 ml.
• oil for frying - 30 ml.

Method of preparation:

1. Stir together the minced meat, salt, pepper, paprika.

2. Make small meatballs, the size of a walnut. It is better to do this with wet hands.

3. Pour oil into a large saucepan and fry the meatballs for 3 minutes on both sides.

4. Add chopped onions, garlic, carrots.

5. Stir fry for 5-6 minutes.

6. Add potatoes, peppers, peas, tomato, salt, pepper, and paprika.

7. Fill everything with water.

8. Bring to a boil, and over medium heat, cook for about 30-35 minutes, with the lid closed, until the vegetables are tender.