Serbian Sarma

Sarma, widely recognized in English-speaking regions as filled grape leaves, vine leaf parcels, or cabbage leaf rolls, represents a culinary delight in the realms of Southeastern European and Ottoman gastronomy. This delectable dish consists of vegetable leaves delicately rolled to embrace a savory filling composed of grains (such as rice), finely minced meat, or a harmonious blend of both.

This recipe was shared by our team member Marko Krstic.

Ingredients:

• 3 White Onions

• 1/4 cup ghee or vegetable oil

• Bacon

• 2 Pounds of grounded pork meat

• 1/4 cup of rice

• Salt, Pepper, Grounded Paprika

• Sour Cabbage

Step by step:

For the Filling:

1. Take 3 white onions, cut them into small pieces, and fry them in some oil.

2. After 5 minutes, cut a few slices of bacon into small pieces, and place them with the onions.

3. Add 2 pounds of grounded pork meat to the onions and bacon.

4. Add 1/4 cup of rice

5. Mix and cook for 10 more minutes

6. Add salt, pepper, and grounded paprika

For the wraps:

1. Take leaves of sour cabbage and stuff them with the prepared filling.

2. Place de rolls you made in a big pot

3. Add 2 cups of water on top of the rolls and cook for around 3 hours on low heat.

Enjoy!