Traditional Bulgarian Sarmi Recipe (Bulgarian Stuffed Cabbage)
This traditional sarmi recipe is sure to deliver satisfaction with every bite.
Ingredients
- 1 sauerkraut leaves of 1 cabbage
- 2-3 cloves of garlic minced
- 200 g bacon
- 400 g minced pork
- ½ tsp thyme
- ½ tsp savory
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- cabbage juice
- water
- ½ cup rise (uncooked)
Instructions
- Put the minced meat, bacon and garlic in a saucepan with a little water. Sauté until the minced meat is broken into small pieces. Add the rice and mix well.
- Season with thyme, savory, black and red pepper. There is no need to add salt as the cabbage is salty enough. Even if it is too salty, wash it lightly with water.
- The leaves of the sauerkraut are carefully separated and their cobs are cut off. Spread the cabbage leaf on a flat surface and put 1-2 tbsp in the center of each leaf. from the stuffing and wrap the sarmi.
- Prepare a large pot or clay pot. Cover the bottom with cabbage leaves. Arrange the sarmi on top with the folded part down.
- Preheat the oven to 375℉.
- Pour equal parts cabbage juice and water over them until they are covered. Place a plate on top of them and put on the stove.
- As soon as the liquid boils, let it boil for about 45 minutes.