Cumin and Lemon Lebanese-Style Stuffed Cabbage Rolls with Meat and Rice

Method

1. Add 1 teaspoon ground cumin to the meat mixture before rolling. 1: Stir 2 tablespoons lemon juice into the tomato sauce before simmering.
2. Blanch cabbage leaves in boiling water for 2 minutes, then drain and set aside.
3. In a bowl, mix ground beef, rice, onion, garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
4. Place a spoonful of the mixture in the center of each cabbage leaf and roll tightly.
5. In a large pot, sauté onion in oil, add tomatoes, and simmer for 10 minutes.
6. Add rolled cabbage, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes until tender.
7. Check that the ground meat reaches 71°C (160°F) throughout before serving.