Gemista Lachanodolmades Me Kima Kai Rizi (greek Style Stuffed Cabbage Rolls With Ground Meat And Rice)

Gemista Lachanodolmades me Kima kai Rizi, or Greek Style Stuffed Cabbage Rolls with Ground Meat and Rice, is a traditional dish from the Ionian Islands. This hearty and flavorful recipe is a perfect comfort food for a cozy family dinner.

Gluten Free Dairy Free Main Course Ionian Islands Greek Cuisine Stuffed Cabbage Ground Meat Rice
Gemista Lachanodolmades Me Kima Kai Rizi (greek Style Stuffed Cabbage Rolls With Ground Meat And Rice)

Ingredients

  • 1 large head of cabbage
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 cup uncooked rice
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Carefully peel off the cabbage leaves and blanch them in the boiling water for 3-4 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  2. In a large bowl, mix the ground beef, rice, onion, garlic, crushed tomatoes, parsley, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  3. Place a spoonful of the meat mixture onto each cabbage leaf and roll them up, tucking in the sides as you go.
  4. Arrange the stuffed cabbage rolls in a large pot, seam side down. Pour the broth over the rolls and bring to a simmer.
  5. Cover and cook for 1 hour, or until the rice is tender and the meat is cooked through.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
30 minutes
Cooking time:
1 hour
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Carbohydrates
25g
Protein
20g
Fat
18g

Supplies

Large pot Knife Cutting board Bowl

Tools

Tongs Wooden spoon Cooking pot with lid

Serving suggestions

Serve the Gemista Lachanodolmades with a dollop of Greek yogurt and a side of crusty bread.

Tips & tricks

For a vegetarian version, substitute the ground beef with cooked lentils or mushrooms.

Cost

$15