Stuffed cabbage rolls in a multicooker

Name: Stuffed cabbage rolls in a multicooker - Antonela C.
Ingredients: 1 cabbage; 1 kg of minced meat; 1 onion; 300 g of rice; 1 carrot sliced; 2 teaspoons of tomato paste; 1 teaspoon of sugar; salt and pepper to taste

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Stuffed cabbage rolls in a multicooker are prepared in two stages: first, the cabbage leaves are softened, then the rolls are cooked in sauce using the STEW program. The recipe is simple, but the order of commands on the appliance must be followed. The initial source does not specify the amount of water, so it is added according to the working method of the recipe and without completing with a measurement that does not appear in the instructions. Quick info Preparation time: not specified exactly; includes preparing the cabbage, the filling, and rolling the rolls Scheduled cooking time: 10 minutes on BOIL and 1 hour and 40 minutes on STEW Total time: at least 1 hour and 50 minutes of scheduled cooking, plus preparation and cooling time of the appliance Servings: not specified Difficulty: medium Recipe type: cabbage rolls, prepared in a multicooker, suitable for festive meals Ingredients 1 cabbage 1 kg minced meat 1 onion, finely chopped 300 g rice 1 carrot, sliced 2 teaspoons tomato paste 1 teaspoon sugar Salt, to taste Pepper, to taste Water, added during preparation; the amount is not specified in the original recipe Optionally, a finely chopped red bell pepper can be added to the mixture. This appears in the preparation method but is not listed in the initial ingredient list. Note about onion: the recipe mentions onion both in the meat mixture and in the inner pot at the beginning of the STEW program. The ingredient list contains only one onion and does not specify an additional amount. To keep the source intact, I mentioned both uses below. Preparation method 1. Start with the cabbage leaves. Place them in the inner pot of the multicooker. 2. Press the MENU button and select the BOIL program. Set the cooking time to 10 minutes, then close the lid and press START. 3. After the program ends, unplug the appliance and let it cool. The leaves should be manageable without burning yourself when you start forming the rolls. 4. Prepare the filling. Mix the minced meat with the finely chopped onion, rice, salt, and pepper. If you want to use the red bell pepper, add it now, finely chopped. 5. Take a cabbage leaf and place a small amount of the meat mixture on it. Roll the leaf so that the filling stays inside. Continue until you finish the mixture. 6. Place the sliced carrot and onion in the inner pot, according to the recipe. Since the source mentions the same onion in the meat mixture, the exact amount for this step is not clarified. 7. Select the STEW program and set the time to 1 hour and 40 minutes. 8. Add the tomato paste during cooking. The recipe does not specify an exact moment for this, only that it should be added during the program. 9. After 10 minutes of the STEW program starting, add the water, sugar, pepper, and salt. The amount of water is not indicated in the original recipe, so there is no exact measure to put here. 10. Place the rolls in the formed sauce and close the lid of the multicooker. Let the program continue its cycle until the end. 11. When the STEW program ends, the appliance automatically switches to KEEP WARM mode. After cooking is completed, unplug the multicooker from the power source. Why I make the recipe often Stuffed cabbage rolls in a multicooker are helpful when I want to prepare a hearty dish without constantly supervising the pot. After the leaves are blanched and the rolls are formed, the appliance takes care of the actual cooking. The KEEP WARM program also helps keep them warm for a short time after the program ends, but the appliance must be unplugged after completion. Another advantage is that preparation is done in a single inner pot, with less intervention along the way. However, the timing for adding water, spices, and rolls must be respected, as they appear in the recipe after the first 10 minutes of the STEW program. Tips and variations Tips Let the multicooker cool after the BOIL program before handling the cabbage leaves. This way, you can fill and roll them without burning yourself. Put a small amount of filling on each leaf. The rice cooks during the program, and an overloaded leaf can come apart more easily. Respect the 10-minute time from the beginning of the STEW program before adding the water, sugar, salt, and pepper. This is the indicated moment in the original recipe. If you want to keep the recipe exactly, do not change the amount of rice or meat without considering that the recipe does not provide a precise amount of water. The liquid is one of the elements that directly influences how the rolls and rice cook. Substitutions The recipe does not provide concrete substitutions for ingredients. The red bell pepper can be added optionally, as it appears in the preparation description, although it is not in the ingredient list. For the rest of the ingredients, it is better to keep the indicated quantities: 1 kg of minced meat, 300 g of rice, one carrot, tomato paste, sugar, and spices. Variations The version with red bell pepper is the only variation mentioned in the source. The pepper is finely chopped and mixed with the meat, onion, rice, and spices. Otherwise, the preparation method remains the same: the leaves are boiled for 10 minutes on BOIL, and the rolls are then cooked on STEW for 1 hour and 40 minutes. Serving ideas Stuffed cabbage rolls are served after the program ends and the appliance is unplugged. The recipe does not include side dishes or additional ingredients for serving, so they can be consumed simply, directly from the sauce formed in the multicooker. Frequently asked questions How long are the cabbage leaves boiled in the multicooker? The leaves are placed in the inner pot and boiled on the BOIL program for 10 minutes. After the program ends, the appliance is unplugged and allowed to cool. How long are the rolls cooked on the STEW program? The STEW program is set for 1 hour and 40 minutes. The first 10 minutes take place before adding the water, sugar, salt, and pepper, then the rolls are placed in the formed sauce. When is the tomato paste added? The tomato paste is added during the cooking on the STEW program. The recipe does not specify an exact minute for this step. How much water should be added? The amount of water is not mentioned in the source of the recipe. It is only specified that water is added after 10 minutes from starting the STEW program, along with sugar, pepper, and salt. What happens after the program ends? After the STEW program ends, the multicooker automatically switches to KEEP WARM. In the end, the appliance should be unplugged from the power source. Nutritional values The values below are estimates and may not be exact, as the type of minced meat, fat percentage, water quantity, or number of servings are not specified. For the entire recipe, using minced meat with a medium fat content, the 300 g of rice, and the rest of the ingredients, the intake can be approximately: Calories: 3,800-4,800 kcal Protein: 210-260 g Carbohydrates: 280-340 g Fats: 190-260 g These values refer to the entire prepared quantity, not to an individual serving. For an estimate per serving, both the number of rolls obtained and their weight would be needed. The minced meat can most significantly change the final caloric value, especially depending on the fat percentage. Storage and reheating After the rolls have cooled, store them in the refrigerator in a closed container. For safety, it is recommended to consume them within 2-3 days. When reheating, place the portion in a suitable dish and heat it until it is well warmed through. If using the multicooker again, do not leave the food on KEEP WARM longer than necessary. After serving, the appliance should be turned off and unplugged.

Stuffed cabbage rolls in a multicooker

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