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Romanian Cabbage Rolls with Pork and Beef Filling

Cabbage rolls filled with a savory meat mixture, simmered in a tangy tomato sauce

150 minutes4 servings
Romanian Cabbage Rolls with Pork and Beef Filling
Photo: Swithun Crowe · CC BY 2.0

Ingredients

Method

  1. Blanch cabbage leaves in boiling water until tender
  2. In a bowl, mix pork, beef, onion, garlic, rice, and seasonings
  3. Place 2-3 tablespoons of meat mixture on each cabbage leaf
  4. Roll tightly and place in a pot
  5. Add tomatoes, tomato paste, and 2 cups water
  6. Bring to a boil, then simmer covered for 1.5-2 hours
  7. Serve warm with polenta or mashed potatoes
  8. Check that the ground meat reaches 71°C (160°F) throughout before serving.

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