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Lazy Cabbage Rolls

Cabbage, ground meat and rice baked in a sour-cream tomato sauce.

The version we discussed used a cutlet-style mixture, browned briefly before baking in sauce.

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The version we discussed used a cutlet-style mixture, browned briefly before baking in sauce.

Cook time
about 50-55 oven plus prep
Difficulty
easy
Equipment
stovetop · oven

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Method

  1. 01

    Cook the rice until half-done, about 7–8 minutes.

  2. 02

    Shred the cabbage; if it is firm, blanch/steam it for 5–7 minutes.

  3. 03

    Mix cabbage, ground meat, rice, onion, carrot and egg; season and form into patties.

  4. 04

    Brown for about 2 minutes per side.

  5. 05

    Mix sour cream, tomato paste and water/broth; season with salt and a little sugar.

  6. 06

    Pour sauce around the rolls to about two-thirds height.

  7. 07

    Bake covered at 190°C / 375°F for 35 minutes, then uncovered for another 15–20 minutes.

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