Description
Cabbage rolls are a heartwarming dish that brings comfort and joy to any meal. With tender cabbage leaves wrapped around a flavorful filling of ground meat and rice, these rolls are perfect for cozy family dinners or festive gatherings. The delightful combination of spices and herbs elevates this classic recipe, making it a favorite across generations. Whether served with a rich tomato sauce or enjoyed on their own, cabbage rolls are sure to create lasting memories around the dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large head green cabbage
- 1 lb ground beef and pork (or turkey)
- 1 cup cooked white or brown rice
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- Salt, pepper, and paprika to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your cabbage leaves by blanching them in boiling water for 2-3 minutes until softened.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté onions until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant. Stir in ground meat and cooked rice; mix well.
- Lay out one cabbage leaf, place about 1/4 cup of filling at the base, fold the sides over, and roll tightly from bottom to top. Repeat with remaining filling.
- Combine tomato sauce with chicken broth and seasonings in a bowl.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Spread sauce on the bottom of a baking dish, layer rolls seam-side down, then pour remaining sauce over them. Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes.
- Let cool for 5 minutes before serving; garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Eastern European
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 cabbage rolls (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 70mg