Rolled Stuffed Cabbage Leaves
Rolled stuffed cabbage leaves are a hearty, flavorful dish featuring tender cabbage wrapped around a savory lamb and rice filling. The combination of garlic, tomatoes, and spices creates a comforting meal perfect for family dinners or special occasions, offering a taste of Mediterranean or Eastern European cuisine.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Separate the cabbage leaves and blanch them in boiling water for 5 minutes to make the leaves pliable for rolling.
- Cut each leaf into 2 or 3 sections, removing the tough stem section.
- In a bowl, combine the ground lamb, rice, minced tomatoes, garlic, cinnamon or allspice, salt, and pepper.
- Place a spoonful of the filling on each cabbage leaf section and roll it up tightly, tucking in the sides.
- Arrange the stuffed cabbage rolls in a pot and cover with additional minced tomatoes or tomato sauce if desired.
- Simmer the rolls for about 30 minutes until the meat is cooked and the rice is tender.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
362
kcal
18% DV
Protein
Fat
Carbs
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).