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Stuffed Cabbage Rolls Recipe

Tender cabbage leaves filled with a savory blend of meat, rice, and seasonings, topped with a flavorful tomato sauce. A classic, comforting recipe for delicious stuffed cabbage rolls!

Ingredients
  

  • 1 large head of green cabbage
  • 1 lb ground beef or a mix of beef and pork
  • 1 cup cooked rice
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 can 15 oz tomato sauce
  • 1 can 14.5 oz diced tomatoes
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice or vinegar
  • 1 tsp paprika optional
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Mixing bowls
  • Large baking dish
  • Aluminum foil

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Cabbage:
  2. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Carefully remove the core from the cabbage.
  3. Place the cabbage head in the boiling water for 3-5 minutes, then gently peel off the softened outer leaves. Repeat until you have about 10-12 leaves. Set aside.
  4. Make the Filling:
  5. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, cooked rice, onion, garlic, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
  6. Assemble the Rolls:
  7. Lay a cabbage leaf flat and place about 2-3 tablespoons of filling in the center. Fold in the sides of the leaf, then roll it up tightly. Repeat with the remaining leaves and filling.
  8. Make the Sauce:
  9. In a mixing bowl, combine the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, brown sugar, lemon juice (or vinegar), and paprika. Stir well.
  10. Bake the Cabbage Rolls:
  11. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  12. Spread a thin layer of sauce in the bottom of a large baking dish. Arrange the cabbage rolls seam-side down in the dish.
  13. Pour the remaining sauce over the cabbage rolls, covering them completely.
  14. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 1.5 to 2 hours, until the cabbage is tender and the filling is cooked through.
  15. Serve:
  16. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot. Enjoy these stuffed cabbage rolls on their own or with a side of crusty bread.