Lazy cabbage rolls in the oven
4 servings
90 minutes
Lazy cabbage rolls are a simplified version of the classic dish from Russian cuisine, created for convenience and quick preparation. Their origin is linked to the desire to avoid the long wrapping of cabbage leaves while preserving the rich flavor of traditional cabbage rolls. Baked in the oven, they acquire a tender texture and rich aroma thanks to the combination of turkey, fresh vegetables, and sour cream sauce. The light acidity of tomatoes and hints of smoked paprika add a special touch to the taste. This hearty, warming dish is perfect for a family dinner and pairs well with fresh vegetables and herbs. Lazy cabbage rolls allow you to enjoy your favorite flavor in a more accessible and convenient format, making them an excellent option for everyday meals.
1
Prepare all necessary ingredients.
2
Grate the carrot on a grater.
- Carrot: 1 piece
3
Chop the onion and garlic.
- Onion: 1 head
- Garlic: 2 cloves
4
Chop the cabbage.
- Cabbage: 150 g
5
Heat the pan with oil.
- Clarified butter (ghee): 30 g
6
Fry the onion with garlic.
- Onion: 1 head
- Garlic: 2 cloves
7
Add carrot and cabbage.
- Carrot: 1 piece
- Cabbage: 150 g
8
Roast for another 3 minutes.
9
Add half of the sautéed mixture, rice, salt, pepper, paprika, and an egg to the minced meat.
- Turkey mince: 300 g
- Boiled short-grain white rice: 70 g
- Chicken egg: 1 piece
- Salt: to taste
- Allspice: to taste
- Smoked paprika (pimenton): to taste
10
Shuffle
11
Put the remaining half of the frying into the mold.
- Onion: 1 head
- Garlic: 2 cloves
- Carrot: 1 piece
- Cabbage: 150 g
12
Form meatballs and place them in the frying pan.
- Turkey mince: 300 g
13
Finely chop the tomato and add it to the sour cream. Add salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Tomatoes: 1 piece
- Sour cream: 2 tablespoons
- Salt: to taste
- Allspice: to taste
- Smoked paprika (pimenton): to taste
14
Shuffle
15
Pour a small amount of water.
16
Pour into the mold.
17
Bake in an oven preheated to 180 degrees for 40 minutes.