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Polish stuffed cabbage rolls with beef and rice on a plate

Stuffed Cabbage Rolls

Hearty and satisfying cabbage rolls filled with a delicious blend of beef, rice, and spices, topped with a rich tomato sauce.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Cabbage Rolls

  • 1 large head large head of green cabbage (about 12–15 leaves) Choose a large head for plenty of leaves.
  • 1 lb ground beef (or a mix of beef & pork) Feel free to switch up to ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option.
  • 1 cup cooked white rice (about ½ cup uncooked) Quinoa or couscous can be great alternatives.
  • 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 large egg (lightly beaten)
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped or 1 tsp dried)
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper

For the Sauce

  • 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
  • 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 can (28 oz / 800 g) crushed tomatoes (or tomato puree)
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tsp sugar (to balance acidity)
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp dried oregano (or Italian seasoning)
  • ½ tsp salt (to taste)
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup beef or chicken broth

Method

Preparation

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Carefully peel the leaves from the cabbage.
  • Blanch the leaves in boiling water for about 2-3 minutes until they are slightly tender. Remove and drain them on a clean towel.

Filling

  • In a bowl, mix the ground beef, cooked rice, onion, garlic, egg, parsley, paprika, salt, and pepper. Combine everything well.

Assembly

  • Take a cabbage leaf and place about 2-3 tablespoons of filling at the bottom of the leaf. Fold in the sides and roll it up tightly.
  • Repeat with all leaves and filling.

Sauce Preparation

  • In a large pot, heat the olive oil or butter. Add chopped onion and garlic, cook until soft.
  • Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, sugar, paprika, oregano, salt, pepper, and broth. Simmer for about 10 minutes.

Cooking

  • Place the stuffed cabbage rolls in the pot with the sauce. Cover and simmer gently for about 45 minutes to 1 hour, until the rolls are cooked through and flavors meld together.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 20gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4g

Notes

Serve warm from the pot, drizzled with tomato sauce. Pairs well with sour cream, fresh herbs, or a simple side salad.
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