Source: Vaaseenaa, AdobeStockIt's hard to overestimate the role of a side dish in the overall perception of the main course. It not only makes it more filling but also enhances the flavor of the main ingredient – the meat. Most often, these are side dishes made from grains or vegetables. We've gathered 20 of the best recipes for you!
1. Rice with Carrots and Onions in a Skillet
Source: lobsterhouse.ruFor a brighter and more appetizing color, add a little curry.
You will need: 350 g rice, 200 g onion, 400 g carrots, 20 g butter and olive oil each, 650 ml water, spices.
Preparation: Roughly chop the onion and carrots, and sauté them in a mixture of the two oils for a couple of minutes. Add the rice and fry for another 1 minute, stirring. Pour in boiling water, bring to a boil, and cover. Cook the rice for about 20 minutes over low heat, stir, and season to taste. Let it rest for a bit.
2. Green Pea Puree
Source: za-edoy.ruA very tasty and original side dish, instead of the usual potatoes.
You will need: 600 g green peas, 2 cloves garlic, 20 g butter, 2 tbsp cream, spices.
Preparation: Cover the peas with water, bring to a boil, and cook for 5-7 minutes until tender. Mash them into a puree with cream and butter. Add spices and garlic to taste.
3. Braised Sauerkraut with Apples
Source: vitablog.ruWe suggest rethinking your views on braised cabbage.
You will need: 2 onions, 1 kg sauerkraut, 2 sprigs thyme, 2 apples, 150 ml dry white wine, 1/2 cup raisins, 1 tbsp sugar, 3 bay leaves, spices.
Preparation: Roughly chop the onion and apples. Sauté the onion in oil for a couple of minutes, add the apples with sugar, and simmer for another 5-7 minutes, stirring. Add the sauerkraut with its juice, bring to a boil, and add all remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil again and simmer the cabbage for about 1 hour over low heat, covered.
4. Baked Sweet Potato
Source: pinterest.comIts taste is something between pumpkin, potato, and carrot.
You will need: 2 sweet potatoes, 1 tsp paprika, spices, olive oil.
Preparation: Cut the sweet potato into sticks and mix with olive oil and spices. Spread in a single layer on parchment paper and bake for half an hour in the oven at 200-220 degrees Celsius.
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5. Buckwheat with Vegetables and Mushrooms
Source: malinika.ruRice is most often cooked with vegetables, but we suggest trying this option.
You will need: 1.5 cups buckwheat, 5 mushrooms, 1/2 cup corn, 1 onion, 1 carrot, 1/2 bell pepper, herbs, spices.
Preparation: Finely chop all vegetables and mushrooms, and sauté them together for 5-7 minutes. Cook buckwheat until almost done, add it to the vegetables, and simmer for another 5 minutes. At the end, add spices and herbs to taste.
6. Corn and Zucchini Pudding
Source: foto-receptik.ruAn excellent recipe when you want something more original.
You will need: 3 cups corn, 1-2 zucchinis, 1/3 cup flour, 3 eggs, 2 egg yolks, 3 cups 33% cream, spices.
Preparation: Finely chop the zucchini, mix it with corn, flour, and spices, and place in a baking dish. Whisk the eggs, yolks, and cream. Pour over the mixture and bake for 1 hour in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius.
7. Pasta in Tomato Sauce
Source: moi-zametki.ruOf course, you can just boil pasta with meat. But that's too boring!
You will need: 400 g pasta, 5 tomatoes, 1 onion, 2 cups water, spices, 3 sprigs parsley, 3 cloves garlic.
Preparation: Finely chop the onion and sauté it with garlic until translucent. Add peeled and chopped tomatoes, season, and simmer for 5-7 minutes. Add pasta, hot water, bring to a boil, and simmer, covered, until the pasta is cooked. At the end, add chopped parsley.
8. Braised Beets
Source: karamelcafe.ruA vibrant, tasty, hearty, and original side dish for meat.
You will need: 300 g beets, 100 g carrots, 60 g onion, spices, herbs, 50 ml water.
Preparation: Chop the onion, grate the carrots, and sauté them for 5 minutes. Add grated beets and water, and simmer, covered, for about 15 minutes until cooked. A couple of minutes before the end, add spices and herbs.
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9. Baked Pumpkin with Vegetables
Source: pulse.mail.ruPumpkin will always be one of the best side dishes for meat and more.
You will need: 800 g pumpkin, 500 g potatoes, 4 carrots, 4 bell peppers, 3 onions, 4 heads garlic, 1-2 sprigs rosemary and thyme each, 100 ml olive oil, spices.
Preparation: Roughly chop all vegetables and pumpkin flesh. Peel the garlic heads and slice them into thick rings. Mix oil, spices, and chopped herbs, and thoroughly combine the vegetables with this marinade. Place everything in a baking dish and bake for about 35-40 minutes in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius.
10. Potatoes with Chanterelles in Sour Cream
Source: cooku.ruYou can use any other mushrooms, but chanterelles are easy to cook.
You will need: 5-6 potatoes, 300 g chanterelles, 1 onion, 1 carrot, 5 tbsp sour cream, 1/2 cup water, spices.
Preparation: Clean and chop the chanterelles, and sauté them until cooked. Separately chop and sauté the onion with carrots until golden. Chop the potatoes and layer all ingredients in a Dutch oven. Mix water, sour cream, and spices, and pour over the mixture. Simmer everything together for 30-40 minutes, covered, over low heat.
11. Cauliflower Puree
Source: pinterest.comIn case you want to prepare a lighter side dish for meat!
You will need: 1 kg cauliflower, 120 ml milk, spices, herbs.
Preparation: Boil cauliflower florets until tender and blend them with milk. Add spices and chopped herbs.
12. Green Beans with Garlic
Source: fb.ruA recipe with light Asian notes for meat prepared in a similar style.
You will need: 200 g green beans, 2 cloves garlic, 1 tsp sesame seeds, spices, chili, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp sesame oil.
Preparation: Lightly parboil the green beans, then sauté them in vegetable oil for 5-6 minutes, stirring. Add sesame oil, minced garlic, spices, and chili to taste. Cook for another 1 minute and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
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13. Carrots in Sour Cream
Source: akrasdia.ruAnother interesting vegetable side dish that cannot be overlooked.
You will need: 3 carrots, 1 onion, 150 g sour cream, spices, herbs.
Preparation: Finely chop and sauté the onion until translucent. Add carrots cut into sticks, spices, and simmer, covered, for 20-30 minutes until tender. Add sour cream and herbs, stir, and simmer for another 5-7 minutes.
14. Ratatouille with Eggplant and Zucchini
Source: ok.ruA simple and hearty meat side dish for the whole family.
You will need: 2 zucchinis, 2 eggplants, 1 onion, 1 carrot, 2 bell peppers, 1/2 hot pepper, 3-4 tomatoes, 1 bunch herbs, spices.
Preparation: Peel and grate the tomatoes, and cut the other vegetables into fairly large pieces. Sauté the onion until translucent, then add carrots, and after 2-3 minutes, both types of peppers. After another 2 minutes, add zucchini and eggplant, and simmer for 15 minutes. Add tomatoes and spices, simmer the ratatouille over low heat until cooked, then add herbs.
15. Mashed Potatoes with Spinach
Source: cafereceptor.ruWith all the variety of options, potatoes will always be one of the best side dishes.
You will need: 2 kg potatoes, 50 g butter, 100 g spinach, spices.
Preparation: Boil potatoes until cooked and mash them. Blend spinach and add to the potatoes along with butter and spices. Mash the puree again and serve.
16. Pearl Barley with Tomatoes and Bell Pepper
Source: edaotshefa.ruEven the simplest pearl barley easily turns into a wonderful side dish!
You will need: 1 cup pearl barley, 4 cups water, 1 tomato, 1 onion, 1 carrot, 1 bell pepper, 15 g herbs, spices.
Preparation: Cook pearl barley in water according to package instructions. Chop all vegetables and sauté the onion, carrots, and bell pepper for 5-7 minutes. Add tomatoes and pearl barley, season, and simmer for another 5 minutes, covered. Sprinkle the dish with chopped herbs.
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17. New Potatoes with Garlic and Rosemary
Source: za-edoy.ruDuring new potato season, the choice of a side dish for meat is a no-brainer.
You will need: 1 kg new potatoes, 4 heads garlic, 2 sprigs rosemary, spices, olive oil.
Preparation: Parboil the potatoes for 5 minutes in boiling water, place them in a baking dish, and mix with olive oil and spices. Cut the garlic heads in half crosswise and arrange them among the potatoes. Top with rosemary sprigs and bake everything for 30-40 minutes in the oven until cooked.
18. Broccoli with Sour Cream in the Oven
Source: dzen.ruJuicy and with a light creamy note. Perfectly complements the taste of meat!
You will need: 400 g broccoli, 100 g sour cream, 70 g hard cheese, spices.
Preparation: Parboil broccoli florets for 4 minutes in boiling water and place in a baking dish. Pour sour cream with spices over it, sprinkle with grated cheese, and bake in the oven for approximately 20 minutes at 200-220 degrees Celsius.
19. Fried Apples
Source: dinnerthendessert.comPairs well with pork, beef, or lamb.
You will need: 3 tart apples, 3 cloves, basil, spices, olive oil.
Preparation: Slice the apples into wedges and fry them over high heat in oil with spices on all sides. Sprinkle the finished side dish with herbs.
20. Mashed Potatoes with Egg and Mustard
Source: pulse.mail.ruAn unusual way to prepare delicious mashed potatoes.
You will need: 1 kg potatoes, 50 g butter, 1 egg, 2 tbsp mustard, 150 ml cream, spices.
Preparation: Boil potatoes until cooked and mash them with melted butter. Add the remaining ingredients and thoroughly mix the puree.