
Olive Oil Cabbage Rolls
Quick answer
To make olive oil cabbage rolls, soften the cabbage leaves and wrap them around a seasoned rice filling. Cook slowly with olive oil and lemon juice.
- Total time
- 75 dk
- Servings
- 6
- Calories (est.)
- ~220 kcal
- Difficulty
- orta
olive oil cabbage rolls · stuffed cabbage recipe · vegan turkish food
75 dk · 6 servings · 220 kcal
Ingredients
- 1 medium white cabbage
- 1.5 cups rice
- 3 onions
- 100 ml olive oil
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tbsp pepper paste
- 1 bunch fresh mint and dill
- 1 tsp mint, black pepper, salt
- Juice of half a lemon
Method
- Separate cabbage leaves and boil in boiling water for 3-4 minutes, then drain.
- Chop onions and sauté in olive oil until golden.
- Add tomato and pepper pastes, sautéing until fragrant.
- Add washed rice, spices, and chopped herbs to create the filling.
- Place filling onto cabbage leaves and roll tightly.
- Line the bottom of the pot with leftover stems, arrange rolls, add lemon juice and hot water, then simmer.
Place a heavy ceramic plate upside down on top of the rolls during cooking to keep them intact.
FAQ
How long do cabbage rolls take to cook?
They cook in about 40-45 minutes on low heat until tender.
How do you know when cabbage is boiled enough?
You can remove them from water when they become soft and pliable.
