Sauerkraut and Rice Casserole
What tastes better than oven-baked sauerkraut with rice? Delicious and easy winter dish from the Bulgarian national cuisine, which can be served both as a main course or as a garnish.
Servings 4 portions
Ingredients
- 1 kg sauerkraut cut
- 1 cup rice
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 2-3 tbs paprika
- 3-4 cups water
- 2 pieces of bay leaf
- 3 tbs olive oil or cooking oil
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a suitable saucepan, add the rice and cook until translucent. Add the sauerkraut and let it simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Season with salt, black pepper and paprika. Transfer the cabbage to a suitable fireproof container, add the water and the bay leaves.
- Put in the oven at 200 degrees for about 30-40 minutes, or until the rice is fully cooked.
Notes
* The amount of water depends on the rice you choose. There are types of rice that are cooked in rice: water ratio - 1:3, and other that require 1:4.