Dolmeh Kalam (Stuffed Cabbage Leaves with Sweet-sour Sauce)

May 22, 2023May 22, 20230 3
Dolmeh Kalam (Stuffed Cabbage Leaves with Sweet-sour Sauce)
in Main

Prep

30 min

Cook

1 hour

Ready In

1 hour 30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

18 leaves cabbage
water
750 g finely ground beef or 750 g ground lamb
1 onion , finely chopped
1/4 cup short-grain rice
1/4 cup parsley , finely chopped
2 tablespoons coriander , finely chopped
1 teaspoon turmeric
salt
fresh ground black pepper
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup cider vinegar

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
421
Sugar
32g
Fat
18g
Dolmeh Kalam is a popular Persian dish made with stuffed cabbage rolls and a sweet-sour sauce. The dish is traditionally served as a main course, often accompanied by rice and other classic Persian sides like cucumber yogurt salad or Shirazi salad. The meat filling can be made with either beef or lamb, depending on the region and personal preference. The sweet-sour sauce complements the savory meat filling and adds a unique flavor to this delicious and comforting dish.

Instructions

1.Boil the cabbage leaves gently in a large pot of water, then rinse and drain well.
2.In a bowl, combine the beef or lamb, onion, rice, parsley, coriander, turmeric, salt, and pepper until well mixed.
3.Place about 1/4 cup of the meat mixture on each of the cabbage leaves and roll tightly to enclose the filling.
4.In a large pot, whisk together the brown sugar, vinegar, and water until the sugar has dissolved. Add the cabbage rolls to the pot and bring to a boil.
5.Reduce the heat and simmer for about 1 hour or until the cabbage is tender. Serve hot with the sweet-sour sauce.

PROS

Dolmeh Kalam is a tasty and satisfying dish that can be made with either beef or lamb depending on your preference.
The combination of the sweet-sour sauce and savory meat filling is sure to please your taste buds.

CONS

This dish requires a bit of preparation time as you need to stuff each individual cabbage leaf.

It is also fairly high in calories, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a well-balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Dolmeh Kalam is not particularly low in calories or fat, the cabbage leaves used in the dish are a good source of vitamin C and dietary fiber. The meat filling is also a good source of protein.

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