Holubtsi po-Lvivsky v Hrybnomu Sousi (Lviv Baked Cabbage Rolls in Creamy Mushroom Sauce) – Authentic Ukraine Recipe
Galician Lviv specialty baking tender grain-stuffed cabbage rolls in an earthy forest mushroom cream sauce.
- Country of Origin
- 🇺🇦 Ukraine (Eastern Europe, Europe)
- Dietary Profile
- vegetarian
- Prep Time
- 20 min
- Cook Time
- 30 min
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Signature Staples
- Tender cabbage leaves stuffed with buckwheat/rice and vegetables, Rich forest mushroom and sour cream sauce, Garlic, Marjoram
Ingredients for Holubtsi po-Lvivsky v Hrybnomu Sousi (Lviv Baked Cabbage Rolls in Creamy Mushroom Sauce) (4 Servings)
- 1.25 lbs (or 2.5 cups) tender cabbage leaves stuffed with buckwheat/rice and vegetables, prepped into bite-sized pieces
- 1.5 cups rich forest mushroom and sour cream sauce, washed and trimmed
- 1 cup savory garnish
- 1 medium onion and 3 cloves garlic, finely minced with garlic
- 1.5 tbsp traditional Ukraine seasoning (marjoram, fresh dill, bay leaf)
- 2.5 tbsp traditional cooking oil, sea salt, cracked black pepper, and fresh citrus or herbs
Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions
- Preheat oven to 390°F (200°C) and lightly oil an ovenproof skillet or baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté onion, garlic, garlic, and marjoram, fresh dill, bay leaf for 3 minutes until fragrant.
- Combine tender cabbage leaves stuffed with buckwheat/rice and vegetables and rich forest mushroom and sour cream sauce with the sautéed aromatics and layer evenly into the baking dish.
- Top with savory garnish and bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes until bubbling and golden brown on top.
- Let rest 5 minutes before serving warm at the table.