Step 2

Melt the butter in a skillet and cook the onion for 5–10 minutes until soft. Cool slightly.

Step 3

Combine the sautéed onion, ground beef, ground pork, uncooked rice, garlic, 1 tsp salt and black pepper in a large bowl. Mix well.

Step 4

Preheat the oven to 175°C / 350°F. Place about ½ cup of meat mixture onto a cabbage leaf. Roll up, tucking in the sides to form a secure parcel. Repeat with remaining leaves and filling. Arrange the rolls in a single layer over the chopped cabbage in the dish.

Step 5

Thin the tomato purée with enough water to make a pourable sauce consistency and pour over the rolls. Cover tightly with foil.

Step 6

Bake for 1 hour until the cabbage is completely tender and the meat and rice are cooked through.