Christmas in Seoul feat. Romanian traditional food

ground pork

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground beef is often more affordable.

smoked bacon

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon

💰Cheaper: ham

Turkey bacon is lower in fat, while ham can be a cost-effective alternative.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt offers creaminess with fewer calories, while plain yogurt is often less expensive.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Homemade broth is healthier, while seasoned water can be a budget-friendly option.

Prepare cabbage leaves by blanching them in boiling water until pliable, about 2-3 minutes.

Mix ground pork, rice, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, dill, thyme, and black pepper in a bowl until well combined.

Place a spoonful of the meat mixture on each cabbage leaf, fold in the sides, and roll tightly to secure the filling.

Layer the bottom of a large pot with leftover cabbage leaves and smoked bacon pieces.

Arrange the cabbage rolls seam-side down in the pot, packing them tightly together.

Pour vegetable broth over the rolls until just covered, and add bay leaves and tomato paste.

Cover the pot and bring to a simmer over medium heat, then reduce to low and cook for 2-3 hours until tender.

Check occasionally, adding more broth or water if needed to prevent sticking.

Serve hot with a dollop of sour cream on top.

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