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Very Lazy Cabbage Rolls

A quick and comforting dish featuring minced meat, tender cabbage, and seasoned rice, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Comfort Food, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 400 g minced meat Use any preferred type of ground meat.
  • 100 g round grain rice Steep in boiling water before use.
  • 250 g young white cabbage Can use old cabbage with added egg.
  • 1 average carrot, grated
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons sour cream Can be substituted with Greek yogurt.
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 liter water Approximately 4 cups.
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil For frying.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon starch If necessary.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Prepare the Ingredients: You can use either young or old cabbage for this recipe.
  2. Prep the Rice: Pour boiling water over the round grain rice and let it steep for 10 minutes. Drain the rice after steeping.
  3. Blend the Veggies: In a blender, grind the young cabbage, grated carrot, and chopped onion until finely chopped.
  4. Combine Everything: In a large bowl, combine the minced meat, drained rice, blended vegetables, and season with salt and pepper. If using old cabbage, add an egg to help hold the mixture together.
  5. Shape the Rolls: Wet your hands with cold water and shape the mixture into small rolls or patties.
Cooking
  1. Cook the Rolls: Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Fry the cabbage rolls for about 2 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  2. Make the Sauce: In a mixing bowl, blend together the tomato paste, sour cream, and about one glass of water until smooth. Pour this sauce over the cabbage rolls, add the bay leaf, and bring it to a gentle simmer.
  3. Simmer: Cover the frying pan and let the rolls cook on low heat for 15-20 minutes.
  4. Serve Hot: Serve the cabbage rolls hot, garnished with fresh dill or parsley.

Notes

Serve cabbage rolls with a salad or creamy mashed potatoes. Adding fresh herbs like dill or parsley enhances flavor.