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Quick Hungarian Stuffed Cabbage

A simplified version of the traditional dish using pre-cooked rice and a faster cooking method.

75 minutes6 servings
Quick Hungarian Stuffed Cabbage
Photo: Grunberg Alexander · CC BY 3.0

Ingredients

Method

  1. Blanch the cabbage leaves in boiling water until pliable.
  2. In a bowl, combine ground pork, rice, onion, garlic, caraway seeds, salt, and pepper.
  3. Fill each cabbage leaf with the mixture, roll tightly, and secure with a toothpick.
  4. Place the rolled cabbage in a pot, add diced tomatoes, ketchup, and enough water to cover.
  5. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 1 hour.
  6. Serve with a dollop of sour cream or a side of mashed potatoes.
  7. Check that the ground meat reaches 71°C (160°F) throughout before serving.

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