Greek Cabbage Rolls ( Lahanadolmathes)

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 2
Delicious Greek Cabbage Rolls (Lahanadolmathes) recipe for your lunch or dinner
in Main

Prep

40 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

90 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1 head green cabbage
1 lb ground beef or 1 lb ground lamb
1/2 cup uncooked rice
1 medium fine chopped onion
2 medium tomatoes , chopped
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup fine chop fresh parsley or 1 tablespoon dried parsley
1/2 cup butter
3 cups stock or 3 cups water
1 can tomato sauce
1 lemon , juice of

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
523
Sugar
7g
Fat
34g
Greek Cabbage Rolls (Lahanadolmathes) is a well-known and loved dish in the Greek cuisine. Usually served hot, it is ideal for a family meal or for entertaining guests. The tangy, flavorsome sauce complements the savory filling of the cabbage rolls perfectly. The dish is a favorite in the winter season, providing warmth and comfort with its delicious flavors. It definitely makes for a filling and satisfying meal that will leave you wanting more.

Instructions

1.Boil the cabbage leaves until they soften, then set aside.
2.In a bowl, mix the ground beef or lamb, uncooked rice, chopped onion, chopped tomatoes, salt, pepper and parsley.
3.Take a cabbage leaf, put a spoonful of the mix on top. Wrap the cabbage leaf around the fillings and tuck the edges in to close it up.
4.Repeat until you use up all of the mix.
5.Layer the stuffed cabbage layers at the bottom of a large pot.
6.Melt the butter in a separate pot, then add the stock or water, tomato sauce, and lemon juice to make the sauce. Pour the sauce over the stuffed cabbage leaves in the pot.
7.Cover and cook for about 50 minutes.
8.Serve the cabbage rolls hot and enjoy!

PROS

Greek Cabbage Rolls are savory and filling.
They can be made in large quantities and are perfect for meal-prepping.
They are also a great source of protein and fiber.

CONS

The dish can be time-consuming to prepare, with rolling up the mixture in the cabbage leaves being the most challenging part.
It is not suitable for people who are sensitive to acidic food due to the lemon juice sauce.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Greek Cabbage Rolls are a good source of protein and fiber. The tomatoes and lemon juice used in the sauce are high in vitamin C and antioxidants, boosting immunity. Additionally, the cabbage contains antioxidants that are good for the digestive system.

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