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Cabbage-Wrapped Pork, Mushrooms, and Smoked Paprika Rolls with Broth Simmer

A variation of traditional Romanian sarmale with added mushrooms and a smoky flavor, prepared using a slow-fermented dough method for the cabbage leaves.

120 minutes6 servings
Cabbage-Wrapped Pork, Mushrooms, and Smoked Paprika Rolls with Broth Simmer
Photo: Korinna · CC0

Ingredients

Method

  1. In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm water and let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cabbage leaves with olive oil, and let them sit for 1 hour to soften naturally.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix ground pork, cooked rice, mushrooms, onion, garlic, tomato paste, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  4. Lay a cabbage leaf flat, place a spoonful of the mixture in the center, roll it up, and secure with a toothpick.
  5. In a large pot, arrange the rolled cabbage in a single layer, add water or broth, and bring to a boil.
  6. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours until the cabbage is tender.
  7. Check that the ground meat reaches 71°C (160°F) throughout before serving.

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