Description

Experience the deliciousness of Stuffed Cabbage Rolls, featuring hearty ground meat and rice wrapped in tender cabbage leaves. Ideal for a quick, healthy dinner, this comforting dish delights with its rich flavors and straightforward preparation.

Ingredients

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1 large head of cabbage
1 lb ground beef or pork (or a mix)
1 cup cooked rice
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 large egg
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tsp paprika
2 cups tomato sauce or crushed tomatoes
1 cup beef broth
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

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Instructions

Boil a large pot of water, remove the cabbage core, and submerge the whole head for 5–7 minutes until softened. Let cool and separate leaves.
In a bowl, combine ground meat, cooked rice, onion, garlic, egg, salt, pepper, and paprika. Mix thoroughly.
Add 2–3 tablespoons of the filling to each cabbage leaf, folding sides in and rolling tightly.
Heat olive oil in a skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Place the rolls seam-side down and lightly brown on all sides.
Pour tomato sauce and beef broth over the cabbage rolls. Simmer, reduce heat, cover, and cook for 45–60 minutes until tender and cooked through.
Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Use a mix of ground beef and pork for a richer flavor.
Ensure you let the cabbage leaves cool before handling them for easy rolling.
These rolls can be made ahead of time and reheated for a hassle-free weeknight dinner.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 roll
Calories: 320
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 610mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 20g
Cholesterol: 70mg