Traditional Romanian Sarmale with Pork and Rice

Method

1. Blanch cabbage leaves in boiling water until tender.
2. In a bowl, mix ground pork, rice, onions, carrots, tomato paste, paprika, garlic powder, and salt.
3. Place a handful of the mixture in each cabbage leaf, roll tightly.
4. Arrange in a pot, add a bit of water, cover, and simmer for 40-50 minutes.
5. Serve warm.
6. Check that the ground meat reaches 71°C (160°F) throughout before serving.