Stuffed Cabbage Rolls With Yogurt Sauce (bulgarian Banquet: Sarmi With Yogurt Sauce)

Stuffed Cabbage Rolls with Yogurt Sauce, known as Sarmi with Yogurt Sauce, is a traditional Bulgarian dish that is both hearty and flavorful. The combination of tender cabbage leaves filled with a savory mixture, topped with a creamy yogurt sauce, makes for a delightful meal.

Stuffed Cabbage Rolls With Yogurt Sauce (bulgarian Banquet: Sarmi With Yogurt Sauce)

Ingredients

  • 1 large head of cabbage
  • 1 cup rice
  • 1 lb ground meat (beef or pork)
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • 1 cup plain yogurt
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

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. Remove and set aside to cool.
  2. In a bowl, combine the rice, ground meat, onion, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  3. Place a spoonful of the meat mixture onto each cabbage leaf and roll them up, tucking in the sides to secure the filling.
  4. Place the cabbage rolls in a large pot, seam side down. Pour the crushed tomatoes and vegetable broth over the rolls. Cover and simmer for 1 hour.
  5. Meanwhile, prepare the yogurt sauce by mixing together the yogurt, eggs, and dill. Season with salt to taste.
  6. Serve the stuffed cabbage rolls with a generous drizzle of yogurt sauce on top.

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
45g
Protein
20g
Fat
10g

Supplies

Large pot Bowl Knife Cutting board Large pot for cooking

Tools

Tongs Wooden spoon Cooking twine (optional)

Serving suggestions

Sarmi with Yogurt Sauce is best served hot, accompanied by a fresh salad and a slice of crusty bread.

Tips & tricks

For a vegetarian version, you can substitute the ground meat with cooked lentils or mushrooms for a delicious alternative.

Cost

$15