Mordovian Cabbage Rolls With Mushroom Sauce

Mordovian Cabbage Rolls with Mushroom Sauce is a traditional dish from Mordovian cuisine, known for its hearty and comforting flavors. These cabbage rolls are filled with a savory mixture of rice, ground meat, and aromatic spices, then simmered in a rich mushroom sauce. It's a perfect dish for a cozy family dinner or a special occasion.

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Mordovian Cabbage Rolls With Mushroom Sauce

Ingredients

  • 1 large head of cabbage
  • 1 cup uncooked rice
  • 1 lb ground meat (beef, pork, or a combination)
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups mushrooms, sliced
  • 2 cups beef or vegetable broth
  • 1/2 cup sour cream (optional)
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Carefully remove the outer leaves of the cabbage, then blanch them in the boiling water for 2-3 minutes until they are pliable. Remove and set aside to cool.
  2. Cook the rice according to package instructions and set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, mix the cooked rice, ground meat, chopped onion, garlic, paprika, black pepper, and salt until well combined.
  4. Place a spoonful of the meat mixture onto each cabbage leaf, then roll them up, tucking in the sides as you go. Place the cabbage rolls seam side down in a large pot.
  5. In a separate pan, sauté the mushrooms until they are golden brown. Pour in the broth and bring to a simmer.
  6. Pour the mushroom sauce over the cabbage rolls in the pot. Cover and simmer for 45-50 minutes, or until the cabbage is tender and the filling is cooked through.
  7. If using, stir in the sour cream just before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley.

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
Protein
20g
Carbohydrates
30g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Large pot Knife Cutting board Large bowl Large pot for cooking cabbage rolls Pan for making mushroom sauce

Tools

Spatula Wooden spoon Cooking twine (optional)

Serving suggestions

Serve the Mordovian Cabbage Rolls with Mushroom Sauce hot, accompanied by a dollop of sour cream and a side of crusty bread or mashed potatoes.

Tips & tricks

For a vegetarian version, you can substitute the ground meat with cooked lentils or a mix of finely chopped vegetables.

Cost

$15