Monaco-style Stuffed Cabbage Leaves with Lentils (Feuilles de chou farcies à la monégasque avec lentilles)
Feuilles de chou farcies à la monégasque avec lentilles, or Monaco-style Stuffed Cabbage Leaves with Lentils, is a traditional dish from Monégasque cuisine that is both hearty and flavorful. This recipe combines tender cabbage leaves filled with a savory mixture of lentils, vegetables, and herbs, creating a satisfying and nutritious meal.
Ingredients
- 8 large cabbage leaves
- 1 cup cooked lentils
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 carrot, grated
- 1 celery stalk, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups vegetable broth
Instructions
- Blanch the cabbage leaves in boiling water for 2 minutes, then drain and set aside.
- In a large bowl, mix together the cooked lentils, onion, garlic, carrot, celery, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, olive oil, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Place a spoonful of the lentil mixture onto each cabbage leaf and roll them up, tucking in the sides to form neat parcels.
- Place the stuffed cabbage leaves in a large pot and pour the vegetable broth over them.
- Cover and simmer for 45 minutes, or until the cabbage is tender and the filling is cooked through.
- Serve the stuffed cabbage leaves with lentils hot, garnished with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese and fresh herbs if desired.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 30 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 45 minutes
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 320 per serving
- Protein
- 15g
- Carbohydrates
- 45g
- Fat
- 8g
Supplies
Large pot Large bowl
Tools
Knife Cutting board Grater Spoon
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestions: Serve the stuffed cabbage leaves with a side of crusty bread and a green salad for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
Tips: You can customize the filling by adding your favorite herbs and spices for extra flavor.
Cost
$10