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Paprika and Paprika Oil Căpățâni cu roșii și brânză și mămăligă

A smoky and rich variation that enhances the cabbage rolls with a deep, spicy flavor.

42 minutes4 servings
Paprika and Paprika Oil Căpățâni cu roșii și brânză și mămăligă
Photo: User:Themightyquill · CC BY-SA 2.5

Ingredients

Method

  1. When mixing the tomato, cheese, and polenta, stir in smoked paprika and sunflower oil for a smoky, rich flavor.
  2. Blanch cabbage leaves in salted boiling water until tender, 5-7 minutes.
  3. In a bowl, mix diced tomatoes, grated cheese, cooked polenta, and chopped herbs.
  4. Place a spoonful of the mixture in the center of each cabbage leaf, roll tightly, and secure with toothpicks.
  5. Arrange rolled cabbage in a pot, cover with water, and simmer over medium heat for 25-30 minutes.

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