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Mahshi Kromb (Egyptian Spiced Rice-Stuffed Cabbage Rolls)
Tender cabbage parcels packed with tomato-glazed herb rice, slow-steamed in spiced broth with clarified butter.
The story
Mahshi is the centerpiece of Egyptian Friday family gatherings and winter banquets. Egyptian stuffing (khalta) uniquely omits minced meat in favor of an intensely aromatic blend of fresh dill, cilantro, mint, and tomato paste.
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