Description
Lahanodolmades, or Greek Cabbage Rolls with Egg Lemon Sauce, is a heartwarming dish that embodies the essence of Mediterranean comfort food. Wrapped in tender cabbage leaves, these rolls are filled with a savory blend of ground beef and rice, seasoned with fragrant herbs. The dish is finished with a zesty egg lemon sauce that elevates every bite, making it perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners at home. Not only are they delicious, but they are also versatile and can be customized to suit your taste!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large cabbages
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 1 cup Arborio rice
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- ½ cup chopped parsley
- ½ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 3 egg yolks
- 5–6 cups chicken broth
- 1/4–1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup water (or more)
- 1 heaping teaspoon dried dill
- 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
Instructions
- Prepare the cabbage leaves by boiling them until tender (10-15 minutes) and set aside to drain.
- In a food processor, finely chop half of the onion with parsley, then mix with ground beef, rice, olive oil, salt, pepper, and enough water for moisture.
- Assemble each roll by placing filling in the center of a cabbage leaf and rolling tightly.
- Layer rolls in a pot and cover with chicken broth or water; simmer for 30-45 minutes.
- For the egg lemon sauce, whisk together egg yolks and lemon juice; temper with hot broth before mixing back into the pot.
- Gently heat everything together for five minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 150mg