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Lebanese Stuffed Cabbage Rolls 2026 01 11 205721 683x1024 1

Lebanese Stuffed Cabbage Rolls

Comforting Lebanese Stuffed Cabbage Rolls filled with a tangy meat-and-rice mixture, seasoned with herbs and spices.

  • Total Time: 90 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 large head of cabbage
  • 1 cup rice, uncooked
  • 1 pound ground beef or lamb
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon allspice
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup tomato paste
  • 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill or parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Peel off the cabbage leaves and blanch them for about 3 minutes until softened. Remove and set aside.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the rice, ground meat, chopped onion, garlic, allspice, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  3. Take a cabbage leaf, place a spoonful of the filling at the base, and roll tightly, tucking in the sides. Repeat with remaining leaves and filling.
  4. Layer some leftover cabbage leaves at the bottom of a large pot. Place the stuffed cabbage rolls seam-side down on top.
  5. Mix tomato paste with broth and pour over the rolls. Drizzle with lemon juice.
  6. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cover. Simmer for about 1 hour or until the cabbage is tender.
  7. Serve hot, garnished with fresh dill or parsley.

Notes

Let the rolls rest for 10 minutes before serving for better slicing.

  • Author: soukaina
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Simmering
  • Cuisine: Lebanese
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Find it online: https://spreadrecipes.com/lebanese-stuffed-cabbage-rolls/