Sakha Khara Rolls (yakutian Cabbage Rolls)

Sakha Khara Rolls, also known as Yakutian Cabbage Rolls, are a traditional dish from the Sakha Republic in Russia. These savory rolls are filled with a flavorful mixture of meat, rice, and spices, then wrapped in tender cabbage leaves and simmered to perfection.

Sakha Khara Rolls (yakutian Cabbage Rolls)

Ingredients

  • 1 head of cabbage
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 cup cooked rice
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
  • 2 cups beef broth

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 mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, cooked rice, onion, garlic, salt, black pepper, paprika, and cayenne pepper. Mix until well combined.
  3. Place a spoonful of the meat mixture onto each cabbage leaf and roll it up, tucking in the sides as you go. Place the rolls seam side down in a large pot.
  4. Pour the crushed tomatoes and beef broth over the cabbage rolls. Cover the pot and simmer over low heat for 1 hour, or until the cabbage is tender and the filling is cooked through.
  5. Serve the Sakha Khara Rolls hot, with a spoonful of the cooking liquid spooned over the top.

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
Protein
15g
Carbohydrates
25g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Large pot Mixing bowl Knife Cutting board

Tools

Potato masher (optional)

Serving suggestions

Sakha Khara Rolls are delicious served with a dollop of sour cream or a side of tangy pickles.

Tips & tricks

To make the cabbage leaves easier to roll, you can use a potato masher to gently flatten and soften them before filling.

Cost

$15