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Ingredients
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Stuffed Cabbage Filling
Method
Preparation
Prepare the Cabbage
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Carefully remove the core from the cabbage and blanch the whole head in boiling water for about 5 minutes, until the leaves are pliable. Remove the leaves and let them cool.
Make the Filling
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, cooked rice, chopped onion, minced garlic, egg, salt, pepper, and parsley. Mix until well combined.
Stuff the Cabbage Leaves
Lay a cabbage leaf flat on a clean surface. Place about 2-3 tablespoons of the filling at the base of the leaf. Fold in the sides and roll up tightly. Repeat with remaining leaves and filling.
Cook the Goladki
In a large pot, place some leftover cabbage leaves or a bit of sauce at the bottom (to prevent sticking). Arrange the stuffed cabbage rolls seam-side down in the pot. Pour tomato sauce over the rolls and add enough water to cover. Cover and simmer on low heat for about 1.5 hours.
Serve
Once cooked, carefully remove the goladki from the pot. Serve warm with additional tomato sauce if desired.