Description
Enjoy the comforting taste of homemade Stuffed Cabbage Rolls, a classic dish featuring tender cabbage leaves wrapped around a savory beef and rice filling, all baked in a rich tomato sauce. Perfect for family dinners, this hearty recipe offers both delicious flavor and satisfying warmth.
Ingredients
1 large head of cabbage
1 lb ground beef
1 cup cooked rice
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 can diced tomatoes
1 can tomato sauce
Salt and pepper to taste
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
1 cup beef or vegetable broth
Instructions
- Prepare the Cabbage: Boil the whole cabbage head in a large pot of water for about 5 minutes, until the outer leaves are softened. Peel off the leaves and set aside.
- Prepare the Filling: Cook ground beef in a skillet until browned. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking until softened. Stir in cooked rice, diced tomatoes, paprika, oregano, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Assemble the Cabbage Rolls: Place a spoonful of the meat mixture onto each cabbage leaf and roll it up, tucking in the sides. Place rolls seam-side down in a baking dish.
- Bake: Pour tomato sauce and broth over the rolls. Cover with foil and bake in a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven for 1 hour.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Notes
You can freeze the assembled rolls before baking. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before baking.
For a vegetarian option, substitute the ground beef with a mix of beans or lentils.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American, Eastern European
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 servings
- Calories: 250 kcal per serving
