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Beef and Rice Cabbage Rolls with Broth

Traditional Ukrainian stuffed cabbage rolls with meat and rice filling.

60 minutes4 servings
Beef and Rice Cabbage Rolls with Broth
Photo: Stefaniafleur · CC BY-SA 4.0

Ingredients

Method

  1. Blanch cabbage leaves in boiling water for 3-4 minutes, then drain and set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, mix ground beef, cooked rice, chopped onion, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
  3. Lay a cabbage leaf on a flat surface, place a spoonful of the meat and rice mixture in the center, and roll it tightly.
  4. Place the rolled cabbage leaves in a pot, pour in the beef broth, and cover.
  5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 45-60 minutes until the cabbage is tender.
  6. Serve warm, optionally with sour cream or a side salad.
  7. Check that the ground meat reaches 71°C (160°F) throughout before serving.

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