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finland Kaalikaaryleet recipe or finnish Kaalikaaryleet recipe

Finnish Kaalikaaryleet Recipe

I discovered the Finnish Kaalikaaryleet Recipe on a recent trip, and I'm so excited to share it with you! This yummy dish has a unique taste and is very easy to make.
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5 from 1 vote
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: Finnish
Keyword: Finnish Kaalikaaryleet Recipe
Servings: 8 Servings
Calories: 274 kcal
finland Kaalikaaryleet recipe or finnish Kaalikaaryleet recipe

Equipment

  • Large pot for boiling water
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking dish
  • Aluminum foil

Ingredients

  • 8 large cabbage leaves
  • 1 lb. ground beef
  • 1 cup cooked rice
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1/4 tsp. black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp. allspice
  • 1 egg
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1/4 cup tomato paste
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
  • 1/4 cup water

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Blanch the cabbage leaves in boiling water for about 3-4 minutes or until they are soft and pliable. Remove and set aside.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, cooked rice, chopped onion, salt, black pepper, allspice, and egg. Mix well.
  • Place a spoonful of the beef mixture on each cabbage leaf and roll up tightly, tucking in the sides to form a neat package.
  • Arrange the cabbage rolls in a large baking dish.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the beef broth, tomato paste, brown sugar, red wine vinegar, and water until well combined.
  • Pour the mixture over the cabbage rolls, making sure they are fully covered.
  • Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour and 30 minutes or until the cabbage rolls are fully cooked and the sauce has thickened.
  • Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

Tips and Tricks

Use a serrated knife to remove the tough stem from the cabbage leaves.
Place the cabbage leaves in the boiling water for just a few minutes, as overcooking can cause them to tear.
Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to portion out the beef mixture onto the cabbage leaves.
To prevent the cabbage rolls from unraveling during baking, use toothpicks or tie them with kitchen twine.
Make extra sauce and pour it over the cabbage rolls before serving for extra flavor.

Nutrition

Calories: 274kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 74mg | Sodium: 705mg | Potassium: 529mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 15g
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