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Cabbage Rolls Recipe

Author: Natalie Carter
Hearty and comforting cabbage rolls filled with a savory mixture of ground beef, rice, and spices, baked in a rich tomato sauce.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Eastern European
Servings 12 servings
Calories 250 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 head green cabbage
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • ½ cup yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon dried parsley
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup white rice, cooked and cooled
  • 1 large egg, room temperature and lightly beaten
  • ½ teaspoon fresh dill, chopped
  • 15 ounces can crushed tomatoes
  • 16 ounces tomato sauce
  • 2 tablespoons light brown sugar, packed
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cut off the bottom stem of the head of cabbage and carefully submerge it in the boiling water for 5 minutes.
  • Remove the cabbage and let it drain.
  • In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef along with onion, parsley, oregano, garlic, salt, and pepper until the meat is browned and fully cooked.
  • Drain any excess fat.

Mix Everything Together

  • Stir in the cooked rice, ¼ cup of the reserved sauce, beaten egg, and fresh dill into the beef mixture.
  • Carefully remove 12 outer leaves from the cabbage head. Cut a V-shape at the base of each leaf to remove the tough stalk.

Roll the Cabbage Rolls

  • Lay a cabbage leaf flat on a clean surface. Place about ¼ cup of the filling in the top third of the leaf.
  • Fold over the top, tuck in the sides, and roll tightly to encase the filling. Place the roll seam-side down in a baking dish.

Bake the Cabbage Rolls

  • Repeat until all the leaves and filling are used. Spoon the remaining sauce mixture over the cabbage rolls.
  • Cover the dish with foil and bake at 350°F for 1 hour 15 minutes.
  • Remove the foil and let the rolls rest for 10-15 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • You can prepare these rolls in advance and store them in the fridge.
  • They also freeze well for up to three months.
  • Consider serving your cabbage rolls with a side of crusty bread or a light salad.

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5g
Keyword Cabbage Rolls
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