Recipe of Sarmale

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Instructions:

Step 1
• Prepare the Cabbage Leaves: Boil the whole cabbage in a large pot of water until the leaves are softened. Carefully peel off the leaves and set them aside.
Step 2
• Prepare the Filling: In a bowl, mix the ground pork, rice, chopped onion, minced garlic, tomato paste, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Step 3
• Assemble the Rolls: Take a cabbage leaf, place a spoonful of the filling in the center, and fold the sides over, rolling it into a tight cylinder. Repeat for all leaves.
Step 4
• Layer in a Pot: Line the bottom of a large pot with cabbage leaves. Place the rolls on top, layering them. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and add bay leaves.
Step 5
• Cooking: Pour tomato juice over the rolls. Cover and simmer on low heat for 60-75 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Step 6
• Serve: Once cooked, discard bay leaves, and serve the Sarmale hot with a dollop of sour cream.