Cabbage rolls made with Chinese cabbage
Description
The recipe won't take much time. Chinese cabbage not only adds a special touch but also significantly simplifies the cooking process. You can serve these cabbage rolls just like classic ones, on their own or with potatoes as a side dish. This makes a delicious and filling meal for lunch or dinner, perfect for the whole family. I'd especially like to mention the sauce—thanks to long simmering, it tastes absolutely amazing, so be sure to save this recipe. Serve hot.
Instructions
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Step 1
Prepare all the ingredients.
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Step 2
Rinse the rice, pour water in a 1 to 2 ratio, and boil in salted water for 5 minutes. Then cover with a lid and let it sit for 15 minutes.
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Step 3
Place the ground meat in a deep bowl. Add the cooked rice, one onion grated on a coarse grater, and salt and pepper to taste.
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Step 4
Mix thoroughly.
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Step 5
Cut off the thickened part of the Chinese cabbage, about 1/3.
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Step 6
Separate the remaining cabbage head into individual leaves, transfer them to a suitable wide container, pour boiling water over them, and let stand for 10 minutes. Then drain the water and dry the leaves.
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Step 7
Dice the remaining onion and grate the carrot on a coarse grater. Sauté the vegetables until soft.
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Step 8
Add tomato paste, minced garlic, sugar, and salt to taste.
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Step 9
Pour in 150 ml of water and simmer, stirring for a couple of minutes.
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Step 10
Place a small amount of filling on each cabbage leaf and wrap the filling in the leaf, shaping it into a cabbage roll.
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Step 11
Transfer the contents of the frying pan to a cauldron or any thick-bottomed cookware.
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Step 12
Place the prepared cabbage rolls on top.
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Step 13
Add water, approximately to the level of the cabbage rolls (depending on the desired amount of sauce), cover with a lid, and simmer over low heat for 40 minutes. It's best to adjust the salt to taste after the sauce comes to a boil and the cabbage rolls have simmered for 5–10 minutes.
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Step 14
Cabbage rolls made with Chinese cabbage are ready.
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Step 15
Transfer them to a plate, drizzle with sauce, and serve.