Stuffed Cabbage Rolls
Stuffed cabbage rolls are a delightful comfort food that combines savory meat and rice filling wrapped in tender cabbage leaves. This hearty dish is perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in, offering a warm burst of flavor with every bite. Not only are they delicious, but they also allow for creative variations based on your favorite ingredients. Prepare to fill your kitchen with mouthwatering aromas as you create these delightful parcels of joy!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 stuffed rolls (8 servings) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Eastern European
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large head green cabbage
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 lb ground pork
- 1 cup uncooked white rice
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups crushed tomato sauce
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- sour cream for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot. Blanch the whole cabbage head for 3–5 minutes until leaves soften.
- In a skillet, sauté onion and garlic over medium heat until translucent. Mix cooked rice, sautéed veggies, and meats in a bowl.
- Season the filling with salt, pepper, paprika, and parsley. Mix thoroughly.
- Lay a softened cabbage leaf flat, spoon filling at the base, fold sides tightly, and place seam-side down in a baking dish.
- Pour crushed tomato sauce over the rolls and cover with foil.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake covered for about 45 minutes. Remove foil during the last 10 minutes to brown tops.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed cabbage roll (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg