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Mint and Lemon Zest Căpățâni cu roșii și brânză și mămăligă

Name: Mint and Lemon Zest Căpățâni cu roșii și brânză și mămăligă
Total time: 42 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Romanian
Ingredients: 12 cabbage leaves; 2 cups diced tomatoes; 1/2 cup grated cheese; 1 cup cooked polenta; 1/4 cup chopped herbs; 1 tbsp chopped fresh mint; 1 tsp lemon zest

A refreshing and light twist that adds a bright, zesty flavor to the cabbage rolls.

42 minutes4 servings

Method

When mixing the tomato, cheese, and polenta, stir in chopped mint and lemon zest for a fresh, bright finish.
Blanch cabbage leaves in salted boiling water until tender, 5-7 minutes.
In a bowl, mix diced tomatoes, grated cheese, cooked polenta, and chopped herbs.
Place a spoonful of the mixture in the center of each cabbage leaf, roll tightly, and secure with toothpicks.
Arrange rolled cabbage in a pot, cover with water, and simmer over medium heat for 25-30 minutes.

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