Description
Lahanodolmades, or Greek Cabbage Rolls with Egg Lemon Sauce, are a delightful and hearty dish that brings the warmth of Greek cuisine right to your table. These rolls are filled with a savory blend of ground beef and rice, all wrapped in tender cabbage leaves. Topped with a creamy, zesty lemon sauce, this dish is perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners. Not only do they provide comfort and satisfaction, but they also offer a delicious way to enjoy a nutritious meal that everyone will love. Whether served as the main attraction or part of a larger spread, Lahanodalmodas are versatile and sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large cabbages
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 1 cup Arborio rice
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 1/4–1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup water (or more)
- 1/2 cup chopped parsley
- 1 heaping teaspoon dried dill
- 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 5–6 cups chicken broth or water
- 3 egg yolks
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot; add cabbages until leaves soften. Remove and drain.
- In a food processor, blend half an onion with parsley; combine with remaining chopped onion, dill, ground beef, rice, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Roll filling in cabbage leaves; place snugly in a pot lined with extra cabbage leaves.
- Add broth or water; cover and simmer for 30–45 minutes.
- Whisk egg yolks, cornstarch, and lemon juice together; temper with hot broth before stirring into the pot.
- Cook gently until the sauce thickens slightly; let rest before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling and Simmering
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll (150g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 90mg