Jeweled Cabbage Rice

Persian Jeweled Rice in Cabbage Recipe

Description:
Indulge in the sumptuousness of Persian Jeweled Rice in Cabbage, a dish that tantalizes both the taste buds and the eyes. With its enchanting aroma and exquisite flavors, this dish is a true culinary masterpiece, a blend of romance and heavenly delight that must be experienced at least once in a lifetime. Picture a bed of roses adorned with this aromatic rice – it’s pure magic!

Cooking Times:

Ingredients:

• 1 green cabbage
• 1 cup long grain white rice
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 apple, diced
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1/3 cup raisins
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 cup hot water
• 2 saffron threads
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 220.1
• Fat: 2.8g
• Saturated Fat: 0.5g
• Cholesterol: 0mg
• Sodium: 227.8mg
• Carbohydrates: 46g
• Fiber: 5.7g
• Sugar: 13.8g
• Protein: 4.8g

Recipe Yield: 6 servings

Instructions:

1. Begin by coring the cabbage while keeping it whole.
2. In a large pot, bring water to a boil and add the cabbage.
3. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for 10 minutes.
4. Drain the cabbage and set it aside to cool.
5. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
6. Add chopped onion and diced apple to the skillet and sauté until tender.
7. Stir in ground cumin, saffron threads, rice, and raisins.
8. Pour in hot water and add salt to the rice mixture.
9. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes (rice will be slightly undercooked).
10. Remove from heat and set aside.
11. Carefully peel off the 12 best-shaped and largest leaves from the cabbage (reserve the remaining cabbage for another use).
12. Grease the inside of an 8-inch metal colander.
13. Line the bottom and inside walls of the colander with 8 cabbage leaves.
14. Spoon the rice mixture into the colander, pressing gently.
15. Cover the rice with 4 cabbage leaves, tucking the ends inside the colander.
16. Fill a large pot with about 1 inch of water and place the colander with the stuffed cabbage inside.
17. Cover and steam the cabbage for 20 minutes.
18. Remove from heat and let it cool for 10 minutes.
19. Place a flat serving plate upside down on top of the colander.
20. Hold them firmly together and carefully flip them over.
21. Gently lift the colander off the cabbage and unveil your masterpiece.
22. Serve and enjoy the heavenly flavors of Persian Jeweled Rice in Cabbage!

Prepare to be enchanted by the magical combination of flavors and textures in this dish. With its vibrant colors and tantalizing aroma, Persian Jeweled Rice in Cabbage is sure to become a favorite for special occasions or weeknight dinners alike. Savor each mouthful of this delightful creation, and let its allure transport you to a realm of culinary bliss! 🌹✨