SARMA - BOSNIAN STUFFED CABBAGE LEAVES
There are different versions of this recipe from all over the Balkans. You may be able to get sour cabbage from an Eastern European market; if not, you can boil the cabbage heads until soft enough to work with (the dish will taste slightly different - maybe add some vinegar to the broth). It is a very filling dish! Don't worry about leftovers, they taste just fine reheated (use the stove, not the microwave)!
Provided by IronChefZahra
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 3h30m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Separate the cabbage leaves, being careful not to tear them.
- Mix meat, rice, onion, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Place about a tablespoon or more (use your own judgment based on the size of the leaves) of the meat mixture into each cabbage leaf, near its base.
- Begin rolling the leaf from the base into a thick cylinder, tucking in the sides after the first "roll."
- Layer the cylinders tightly into a medium-sized or large pot.
- Cover the sarma with beef stock or water (I find that if you use water, it makes its own broth anyways with the meat as it cooks).
- Cover the pot, bring to a boil, and simmer for at least three hours.
- Serve with butter and sour cream, with or without some of the cooking liquids according to your preference.
- *Boiled potatoes are often eaten with sarma, and they go quite well together.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 226.5, Fat 5.2, SaturatedFat 2, Cholesterol 58.1, Sodium 100, Carbohydrate 28.3, Fiber 5.8, Sugar 9.3, Protein 18.3
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Narjes Khalil
[email protected]I love this dish! It's so hearty and comforting. I always make a big batch and freeze the leftovers. It's a great meal to have on hand for busy weeknights.
Smart Boss
[email protected]This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort. The sarma is so flavorful and satisfying. I highly recommend it for a special occasion.
Rafiul Blog Channel
[email protected]I'm a vegetarian so I made this dish with a vegetarian filling. It was just as delicious as the traditional meat-filled version. I used a mixture of lentils, rice, and vegetables for the filling and it was perfect.
Mehtab Niazi
[email protected]I made this dish in a slow cooker and it turned out perfectly. The cabbage leaves were fall-apart tender and the filling was so flavorful. I served it with mashed potatoes and it was a hit.
Ogagavwodia Kevwe
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover cabbage. I had some cabbage that was starting to wilt and this dish was the perfect way to use it up. The sarma was delicious and I'm so glad I found this recipe.
BEJOY SEN
[email protected]I'm a beginner in the kitchen and this recipe was easy to follow. The sarma turned out great and my family loved it. I'll definitely be making it again.
Dominic Allen
[email protected]I made this dish for my Bosnian friends and they were very impressed. They said it was the best sarma they had ever tasted. I'm so glad I found this recipe!
MKM Cricket
[email protected]This recipe is a labor of love, but it's worth the effort. The sarma takes some time to prepare, but the end result is a truly special dish. I highly recommend it for a special occasion.
Mzwakhe Zulu
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of cabbage, but this dish changed my mind. The cabbage leaves were perfectly cooked and the filling was so delicious. I especially loved the tangy tomato sauce.
VashonLaFayette Olds
[email protected]What a wonderful dish! I made it for a dinner party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the tender cabbage leaves and the flavorful filling. I will definitely be making this again.
Nijum 5G
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to follow and the results are amazing. The sarma turned out beautifully and tasted even better. Thank you for sharing this recipe!
Ukaegbu Emmanuel
[email protected]I've tried many stuffed cabbage recipes, but this one is by far the best. The combination of beef, pork, and lamb mince makes the filling incredibly flavorful, and the addition of smoked paprika gives it a unique twist. Highly recommended!
Ubaid Dev
[email protected]This Bosnian stuffed cabbage dish was an absolute delight! The flavors of the minced meat, rice, and spices blended perfectly, and the cabbage leaves were cooked to tender perfection. My family couldn't get enough of it!