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Name: Authentic Armenian Cabbage Rolls (Sarmale)
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 50 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Armenia
Ingredients: 1 large head green cabbage (about 2-3 lbs); 1 lb ground beef or lamb (or a mix); 1 cup long-grain white rice, uncooked; 1 medium onion, finely chopped; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon dried mint (or 1 tablespoon fresh mint, chopped); 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice (optional, for authenticity); 1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce; 2 cups water or beef broth; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 1 lemon, juiced (for optional acidity)

Armenian Cabbage Rolls

Armenia

Cabbage leaves stuffed with rice and meat, cooked in a tomato-based sauce.

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