Lazy cabbage rolls in a multicooker
4 servings
60 minutes
Lazy cabbage rolls in a multicooker are a simple and cozy dish rooted in Russian cuisine. Unlike traditional cabbage rolls, here the cabbage is not wrapped in leaves but mixed with minced meat, rice, and spices to create a fragrant and rich combination. Cooking in a multicooker makes the dish especially tender and juicy while significantly simplifying the process. The slight acidity of the tomato paste highlights the natural sweetness of the cabbage and carrots, while the spices add depth to the flavor. Lazy cabbage rolls are perfect for a family dinner when you crave something homemade and warming. They can be served with fresh herbs and sour cream, adding softness and harmony to the taste. This dish combines tradition and convenience, making it a favorite among many generations.
1
Chop the cabbage. Cut the onion, grate the carrot.
- White cabbage: 1 piece
- Onion: 1 piece
- Carrot: 2 pieces
2
Turn on the multicooker in 'Baking' mode, add the minced meat, and cook for about 15 minutes.
- Minced pork: 300 g
3
At the same time, sauté the onion in vegetable oil, add the carrot and cabbage. Sauté for about 15 minutes.
- Onion: 1 piece
- Carrot: 2 pieces
- White cabbage: 1 piece
- Vegetable oil: 2 tablespoons
4
Break the minced meat in the multicooker with a wooden spatula. Transfer the vegetables to the multicooker. Mix with the minced meat.
- Minced pork: 300 g
- White cabbage: 1 piece
- Onion: 1 piece
- Carrot: 2 pieces
5
Add 1 cup of rice (measuring cup for the multicooker), add salt, pepper, seasoning, and tomato paste. Mix everything, then add about 1.5 cups of water.
- Rice: 1 glass
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
- Seasonings: to taste
- Tomato paste: 1 tablespoon
6
Set the multicooker to the 'Pilaf' mode. Cook for about 40 minutes.
- Rice: 1 glass