Malfouf Mahshi (stuffed Cabbage Rolls With Lamb And Rice)

Malfouf Mahshi, or Stuffed Cabbage Rolls with Lamb and Rice, is a traditional Lebanese dish that is bursting with flavor. The combination of tender cabbage leaves, savory lamb, and aromatic rice, all simmered in a tangy tomato sauce, makes for a comforting and satisfying meal.

Gluten Free Dairy Free Main Course Lebanese Lebanese Cuisine Cabbage Rolls Lamb Rice
Malfouf Mahshi (stuffed Cabbage Rolls With Lamb And Rice)

Ingredients

  • 1 large head of cabbage
  • 1 pound ground lamb
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon allspice
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Carefully remove the core from the cabbage and place the whole head in the boiling water. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the outer leaves are softened. Remove the cabbage from the water and carefully peel off the leaves. Set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the ground lamb, rice, onion, garlic, allspice, cinnamon, nutmeg, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  3. Place a spoonful of the lamb and rice mixture onto each cabbage leaf. Roll the leaves, tucking in the sides, to form neat rolls.
  4. In a large pot, arrange the cabbage rolls in a single layer. Pour the crushed tomatoes and chicken broth over the rolls. Season with salt and pepper. Place a heavy plate on top of the rolls to keep them submerged in the liquid.
  5. Cover the pot and bring the liquid to a simmer over medium heat. Reduce the heat to low and cook for 45-50 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the lamb is cooked through.
  6. Drizzle the lemon juice over the cabbage rolls and sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving.

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
18g
Fat
20g

Supplies

Large pot Knife Cutting board Large bowl Large pot for cooking the rolls

Tools

Plate Cooking twine (optional)

Serving suggestions

Serve the Malfouf Mahshi with a dollop of yogurt and a side of tabbouleh salad.

Tips & tricks

For a vegetarian version, you can substitute the ground lamb with cooked chickpeas and the chicken broth with vegetable broth.

Cost

$20