Persian Stuffed Cabbage Leaves
INGREDIENTS
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1 large cabbage, washed, center core removed
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For filling:
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2/3 pound lean ground beef
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1/2 cup long-grain rice, rinse well
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1/2 cup yellow split peas, rinse well
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1 1/2 cups of chopped fresh herbs (a combination of flat-leaf parsley, cilantro, chives, dill, basil, tarragon, mint) washed, hard stems removed
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1 large yellow onion, chopped
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2 large garlic cloves, minced
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1/2 teaspoon turmeric
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A pinch of cumin
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2 tablespoons liquid saffron
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1/4 - 1/2 cup raisins *optional
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1/4 - 1/2 cup barberries *optional
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For the Sauce:
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1 tablespoon tomato paste
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1 medium onion, thinly sliced
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Juice of a large lemon/lime or a tablespoon of vinegar
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1 tablespoon powdered sugar *optional
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Vegetable oil/olive oil
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Water
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