Stuffed Ground Beef Rolls with Creamy Dill Mashed Potatoes

These incredibly flavorful stuffed ground beef rolls are about to become your new weekly obsession! Packed with fresh vegetables, aromatic herbs, and melted mozzarella cheese, then wrapped in seasoned ground beef and baked to perfection, they deliver restaurant-quality taste with simple home cooking. Served alongside creamy dill mashed potatoes and a tangy tomato glaze, this complete meal will have your family asking for seconds every single time.

Ingredients

For the Beef Rolls

• 600g (1.3 lb) ground beef
• 2 large eggs
• 3 cloves garlic, finely grated
• ½ red onion, grated on large grater
• 1 bunch fresh cilantro, finely chopped
• 2 tbsp breadcrumbs
• 1 white onion, finely chopped
• 1 carrot, grated on large grater
• 100g (3.5 oz) white mushrooms, finely chopped
• 1 bell pepper, finely chopped
• 100g (3.5 oz) mozzarella cheese, grated
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Smoked paprika and herb mix to taste
• Vegetable oil for frying

For the Mashed Potatoes

• 4-5 medium potatoes, cut into small pieces
• 2-3 tbsp butter
• 100ml (⅓ cup) warm milk
• 1 bunch fresh dill, finely chopped
• Salt to taste

For the Glaze Sauce

• 70g (2.5 oz) tomato paste
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tsp soy sauce
• Pinch of ground coriander

Instructions

Prepare the Beef Mixture

1. Make egg mixture: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 eggs with salt and pepper until well combined.
2. Season the beef: In a large bowl, combine ground beef with the egg mixture, grated garlic, grated red onion, chopped cilantro, and breadcrumbs. Add smoked paprika, herb mix, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly with your hands until well incorporated.
3. Press and set aside: Press the seasoned beef mixture down in the bowl and set aside while preparing the vegetable filling.

Make the Vegetable Filling

4. Sauté aromatics: Heat vegetable oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Add chopped white onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
5. Add vegetables: Add grated carrot to the pan and stir well. Cook for 2-3 minutes, then add chopped mushrooms and bell pepper. Season with salt, pepper, and herb mix.
6. Cook until tender: Continue cooking, stirring frequently, until all vegetables are tender and lightly caramelized, about 8-10 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Assemble the Rolls

7. Prepare workspace: Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Cut parchment paper into 4 equal pieces and place on your work surface.
8. Shape beef base: Divide the seasoned ground beef mixture into 4 equal portions. On each piece of parchment paper, spread one portion into a thin, square layer using a silicone spatula.
9. Add filling: Distribute the cooked vegetable mixture evenly over each beef square, leaving a small border around the edges. Sprinkle grated mozzarella cheese generously over the vegetables.
10. Roll and seal: Using the parchment paper to help, carefully roll each beef square into a tight log, sealing the ends with the beef mixture to keep the filling inside. Wrap each roll in its parchment paper, twisting the ends like a candy wrapper.

Cook the Potatoes

11. Boil potatoes: While assembling rolls, place cut potatoes in a pot with salted water. Bring to a boil and cook until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.

Bake the Rolls

12. First bake: Place wrapped beef rolls on a baking tray and bake for 40 minutes.

Finish the Mashed Potatoes

13. Mash potatoes: Drain cooked potatoes and transfer to a deep bowl. Mash with a potato masher, then add butter and continue mashing. Gradually add warm milk while mashing until smooth and creamy.
14. Add herbs: Fold in chopped fresh dill and season with salt to taste.

Make the Glaze

15. Prepare sauce: In a small bowl, mix together tomato paste, mustard, soy sauce, and ground coriander until smooth.

Final Assembly

16. Glaze and finish: Remove beef rolls from oven and carefully unwrap from parchment paper. Brush generously with the tomato glaze mixture on all sides.
17. Final bake: Return glazed rolls to the oven for an additional 10 minutes until the glaze is set and slightly caramelized.

Recipe Details

• Prep Time: 30 minutes
• Cook Time: 50 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
• Servings: 4 generous portions
• Nutrition (per serving): Approximately 520 calories, 35g protein, 18g fat, 45g carbohydrates, 6g fiber

Why This Recipe is Nutritionally Excellent

These stuffed beef rolls deliver exceptional nutritional value through their diverse ingredient profile. The ground beef provides high-quality complete protein and essential B vitamins, particularly B12 for energy metabolism. Red onions contain twice the antioxidants of regular onions, rich in quercetin that supports immune function and reduces inflammation.

Fresh cilantro helps eliminate heavy metals from the body while providing vitamins A, C, and K. Bell peppers offer more vitamin C than oranges, especially the red variety, supporting immune health and collagen production. Mushrooms contribute unique antioxidants and B vitamins for cellular protection and energy production.

The creamy dill mashed potatoes provide potassium for heart health and muscle function, while the herb-rich preparation adds digestive benefits. This complete meal balances protein, complex carbohydrates, and beneficial plant compounds, making it both satisfying and nourishing for the whole family.