Lahanodolmades Avgolemono (greek-style Stuffed Cabbage Rolls With Lemon Sauce)

Lahanodolmades Avgolemono is a classic Greek dish of tender cabbage leaves stuffed with a flavorful mixture of rice and herbs, then topped with a creamy egg-lemon sauce. This dish is a comforting and satisfying meal that is perfect for a cozy family dinner or a special occasion.

Vegetarian Gluten Free Main Course Greek Greek Cuisine Cabbage Rolls Avgolemono Sauce
Lahanodolmades Avgolemono (greek-style Stuffed Cabbage Rolls With Lemon Sauce)

Ingredients

  • 1 large head of cabbage
  • 1 cup uncooked rice
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 3 eggs
  • Juice of 2 lemons

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Carefully remove the outer leaves of the cabbage and blanch them in the boiling water for 2-3 minutes, until they are pliable. Remove and set aside to cool.
  2. In a bowl, combine the uncooked rice, chopped onion, dill, parsley, 1/4 cup of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  3. Place a spoonful of the rice mixture onto each cabbage leaf and roll them up, tucking in the sides as you go.
  4. Place the cabbage rolls in a large pot, seam side down. Pour the vegetable broth over the rolls and drizzle with the remaining olive oil.
  5. Cover the pot and cook the cabbage rolls over medium heat for 45-50 minutes, until the rice is tender.
  6. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs and lemon juice to make the avgolemono sauce.
  7. Once the cabbage rolls are cooked, carefully ladle some of the hot broth into the egg-lemon mixture, whisking constantly to temper the eggs.
  8. Pour the avgolemono sauce over the cabbage rolls and simmer for an additional 5 minutes, until the sauce thickens slightly.
  9. Serve the Lahanodolmades Avgolemono warm, garnished with a sprinkle of fresh dill.

Cooking & Preparation

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

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Carbohydrates
45g
Protein
8g
Fat
10g

Supplies

Large pot Bowl Whisk Ladle

Tools

Knife Cutting board Measuring cups and spoons

Serving suggestions

Serve the Lahanodolmades Avgolemono with a side of Greek salad and crusty bread for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For a time-saving option, you can use pre-cooked rice instead of uncooked rice in the filling mixture.

Cost

$15