Lazy Cabbage Rolls

Lazy Cabbage Rolls are a simplified take on the traditional Latvian dish, avoiding the meticulous process of rolling and instead combining all ingredients into a single hearty, flavorful pot. Sautéed minced pork mingles with vibrant vegetables, tender cabbage, and rice, all harmonized by a touch of dark soy sauce. This comforting dish, rich in taste and tradition, is both easy to prepare and a joy to savor.

Ingredients

🥓 500 g Rimi Minced Pork
🥕 2 Carrots
🌿 20 g Fresh Parsley
🧅 1 Onion
🧄 3 Garlic Cloves
🥬 1 kg Fresh Cabbage
🌿 5 g Rimi Cumin
🍶 1 tablespoon Rimi Dark Soy Sauce
🍚 1 Handful Rimi Steamed Long-Grain Rice
🧂 1 teaspoon Salt
🧂 1 teaspoon Pepper
🛢️ 2 tablespoons Cooking Oil

Instructions

1- Prepare the Vegetables:

• Peel and grate the carrots.
• Finely chop the parsley.
• Dice the onion and mince the garlic cloves.

2- Sauté Aromatics:

• Heat a splash of cooking oil in a large pot over medium heat.
• Add the diced onions, sauté until translucent.

3- Brown the Meat:

• Add the minced pork to the pot.
• Cook while stirring to break up the meat until it browns.

4- Season the Meat:

• Sprinkle in the cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir to incorporate.

5- Add Garlic and Carrots:

• Incorporate the minced garlic and grated carrots. Cook for a few minutes.

6- Incorporate Soy Sauce:

• Stir in the dark soy sauce, ensuring even coating on the ingredients.

7- Prepare and Add Cabbage:

• Cut the cabbage into halves, then slice thinly.
• Add the cabbage to the pot in batches; stir to allow it to wilt.

8- Simmer the Mix:

• Pour in enough water to aid simmering.
• Cover with lid and let simmer.

9- Introduce Rice:

• Once cabbage softens, mix a handful of rice.
• Stir and cover again, cooking for about 15 minutes until rice cooks through.

10- Finish with Parsley:
- Once cooked, garnish generously with finely chopped parsley before serving.

Prep Time: Approximately 15 minutes
Cook Time: Approximately 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Equipment: Wooden Cutting Board, Chef's Knife, Utility Knife, Vegetable Peeler, Mandoline Slicer or Hand Grater, Cooking Pot with Lid, Wooden Spatula or Spoon, Measuring Cup, Salt and Pepper Mill

Cooking Tips

• Add cabbage in batches to manage volume and aid even cooking.
• Use the rice to absorb excess moisture, resulting in a nicely textured dish.
• Dark soy sauce enhances the dish's color, offering a visually appealing meal.

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Lazy Cabbage Rolls