Bukharian Stuffed Cabbage

This dolma recipe comes from Bukhara, a city in Uzbekistan. The dish originated as a way to use up leftover food, particularly the rice dishes so prevalent in the region. Today, stuffed cabbage is a nostalgic dish reminiscent of the Old Country—indeed, it made its way west to europe, and became a staple there, as well. Almost every immigrant family from the Silk Road has a version of dolma that’s been passed down. The filling is based on rice, onions, and spices. The largest l