Low Carb Traditional Sarma
Experience the comforting flavors of Eastern Europe with our 'Low Carb Traditional Sarma,' a healthier twist on the classic cabbage rolls. This hearty dish features tender fermented cabbage leaves wrapped around a savory filling of ground beef, ground pork, and cauliflower rice, perfectly seasoned with garlic, onion, paprika, and thyme. Simmered slowly in a rich tomato-based sauce infused with vegetable stock, each bite is bursting with bold, nostalgic flavors while remaining low in carbohydrates—ideal for keto and low-carb lifestyles. Ready in just two hours, this family-friendly recipe is perfect for cozy dinners or meal prep. Serve it warm, garnished with fresh parsley, for a satisfying, guilt-free taste of tradition!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 leaves fermented cabbage leaves (sauerkraut leaves)
- 500 grams ground beef
- 250 grams ground pork
- 200 grams cauliflower rice
- 1 medium (finely diced) onion
- 2 cloves (minced) garlic cloves
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons (chopped) parsley
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 400 grams crushed tomatoes
- 500 milliliters vegetable stock
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
Prepare the cabbage leaves by rinsing them thoroughly if they are too salty. Pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, cauliflower rice, diced onion, minced garlic, egg, parsley, paprika, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
Place a cabbage leaf on a flat surface, vein side down. Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the meat mixture onto one end of the leaf. Fold in the sides and roll tightly, starting from the filling side. Repeat this process for all cabbage leaves.
In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1-2 minutes to enhance its flavor.
Add the crushed tomatoes and vegetable stock to the pot, stirring well to combine. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
Carefully nestle the cabbage rolls seam side down into the tomato sauce. If needed, layer the Sarma rolls, ensuring they are snug in the pot.
Cover the pot with a lid and reduce the heat to low. Simmer the Sarma gently for about 90 minutes, occasionally basting the rolls with the sauce.
Once cooked, carefully remove the Sarma from the pot. Serve warm, garnished with additional parsley if desired. Enjoy your low-carb version of this comforting traditional dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2766 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 183.5 g | 235% | |
| Saturated Fat | 62.1 g | 310% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 798 mg | 266% | |
| Sodium | 8242 mg | 358% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 114.8 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 39.2 g | 140% | |
| Total Sugars | 46.3 g | ||
| Protein | 182.1 g | 364% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 588 mg | 45% | |
| Iron | 29.6 mg | 164% | |
| Potassium | 5201 mg | 111% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
