Chinese cabbage rolls in the oven
6 servings
90 minutes
Cabbage rolls made from Beijing cabbage in the oven are an exquisite variation of the classic Russian dish that combines the tenderness of cabbage leaves and the juiciness of meat filling. Unlike traditional cabbage rolls, Beijing cabbage gives them a special softness and delicate taste. The history of the dish is rooted in Russian cuisine, where cabbage rolls have long been considered a hearty and homely treat. Baking in the oven makes them especially aromatic, soaking the meat and cabbage in tomato-sour cream sauce. Tender vegetables, golden carrots, and onions add depth of flavor, while rice makes the filling airy. These cabbage rolls are perfect for a family dinner and can be served with a side dish or fresh herbs. The dish combines traditions and a modern approach, making it indispensable on any table.
1
Boil round rice in salted water until half cooked.
- Round rice: 200 g
- Salt: to taste
2
Add an egg, rice, 1 chopped onion, salt, and pepper to the minced meat. Mix well.
- Ground meat: 800 g
- Chicken egg: 1 piece
- Round rice: 200 g
- Onion: 2 heads
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
3
Divide the Beijing cabbage into leaves and rinse thoroughly under running water.
- Chinese cabbage: 1 kg
4
On the back side of the cabbage leaf, cut off the thick white central veins with a knife. Then quickly blanch all the leaves in boiling water to make them flexible enough.
- Chinese cabbage: 1 kg
5
Place the prepared filling at the edge of the sheet and wrap it into an envelope.
6
Place the finished cabbage rolls in a heatproof dish.
7
Grate the carrot on a large grater.
- Carrot: 1 piece
8
Chop the remaining onion into small cubes.
- Onion: 2 heads
9
Heat the pan and add sunflower oil. Fry the carrots and onions until golden, add sour cream and tomato paste. Pour in water and mix thoroughly.
- Sunflower oil: 30 ml
- Carrot: 1 piece
- Onion: 2 heads
- Sour cream: 1 tablespoon
- Tomato paste: 1 tablespoon
- Water: 200 ml
10
Bring the sauce to a boil and turn it off immediately. You can add salt and pepper to taste.
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
11
Pour sauce over the cabbage rolls and place in a preheated oven at 200 degrees for 40-45 minutes.
12
Can be served with any side dish. Enjoy your meal!