Cabbage rolls made with young cabbage, minced meat, and lentils
Description
The recipe won't take much time. Cabbage rolls made by this recipe turn out not only tasty and nutritious, but also very healthy. Lentils are a treasure trove of beneficial minerals and vitamins, and also an excellent source of iron. What else do you need for a complete lunch or dinner! You can serve lentil cabbage rolls as a standalone dish, or with any side dish to your liking. Serve hot.
Instructions
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Step 1
Prepare all the ingredients.
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Step 2
Place the minced meat in a deep bowl.
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Step 3
Add the rinsed lentils to it.
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Step 4
Add the fried onion, minced garlic, salt, and spices to taste here as well.
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Step 5
Mix everything well until smooth.
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Step 6
Prepare the cabbage for cabbage rolls. You can blanch the head in salted water or heat it in the microwave. I prefer the second method. To do this, microwave the cabbage for 3-4 minutes, then carefully remove the outer leaves and trim off the thick stem. Repeat this process several times until all the cabbage leaves for the rolls are ready.
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Step 7
On a ready cabbage leaf, place a small portion of the filling, then carefully roll into small rolls using any convenient method.
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Step 8
Heat a skillet, add oil, and place the prepared cabbage rolls in a single layer.
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Step 9
Sear them on both sides over medium heat.
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Step 10
Dissolve tomato paste and sugar in water. Pour the sauce over the fried cabbage rolls, bring to a boil, then simmer covered over low heat for about 40–50 minutes.
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Step 11
Cabbage rolls with minced meat and lentils are ready. Serve the cabbage rolls with any side dish or on their own.