Dolmeh Kalam (Stuffed Cabbage Leaves With Sweet-Sour Sauce) Recipe

Name: Dolmeh Kalam (Stuffed Cabbage Leaves With Sweet-Sour Sauce)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
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

Servings: persons

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

1
Separate the leaves carefully from the head of the cabbage.
2
blanch in boiling water for about 5 minutes until limp.
3
Do not overcook.
4
Drain in a colander.
5
Cut out the thick secion[ribs], only removing the lower portion.
6
Combine the mince with onion, rice, herbs and turmeric.
7
Add 1 1/2 tsp salt and pepper to taste.
8
Divide mixture into 18 portions.
9
spread a cabbage leaf flat on the work surface and place one filling portion on the base of the leaf.
10
Roll once, fold in the sides and roll up into a firm package.
11
Repeat with remaining ingredients.
12
Line a heavy pan with cabbage trimmings or a well washed outer leaf.
13
Pack rolls in close together in layers.
14
Add 1 cup cold water and invert a heavy plate over the rolls.
15
cover, bring to a simmer and cook gently for 45 minutes.
16
Blend sugar and vinegar and add to pan.
17
tilt pan to blend liquids.
18
Cover and cook for a further 30 minutes.
19
Serve with chelou or flat bread.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 18 leaves cabbage, water, 750 g finely ground beef or 750 g ground lamb, 1 onion, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Dolmeh Kalam (Stuffed Cabbage Leaves With Sweet-Sour Sauce) falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Dolmeh Kalam (Stuffed Cabbage Leaves With Sweet-Sour Sauce)

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