Stuffed cabbage rolls are a hearty and comforting dish with roots in many cultures. This recipe combines tender cabbage leaves with a savory filling of ground beef and rice, all smothered in a tangy tomato sauce. Perfect for a cozy family meal or a special occasion, these rolls are both satisfying and delicious. Here’s a simple way to prepare this classic dish, bringing warmth and flavor to your table.
Ingredients:
– 1 large head of cabbage
– 1 lb ground beef or pork
– 1 cup cooked rice
– 1 small onion, finely chopped
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 egg
– 1 tsp salt
– 1/2 tsp black pepper
– 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
– 1 cup beef broth
– 1 tbsp brown sugar
– 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Cabbage:
-Heat up a big saucepan of water until it boils.
– Remove the cabbage’s core with care, then submerge the head in the boiling water.
– Boil for a few minutes until the outer leaves start to soften.
– Remove the leaf blades and place them aside. Continue until you have roughly twelve leaves.
2. Prepare the Filling:
– Combine the cooked rice, ground beef, chopped onion, chopped garlic, egg, salt, and pepper in a big bowl. Mix well.
3. Assemble the Rolls:
– Center each cabbage leaf with roughly 1/4 cup of the meat mixture.
– Fold the sides over the filling and roll up, tucking in the edges to seal.
4. Cook the Rolls:
– In a large pot, mix the tomato sauce, beef broth, brown sugar, and lemon juice.
– Place the cabbage rolls seam side down in the pot.
– Spoon some of the sauce over the rolls.
– Bring to a simmer over medium heat, then reduce to low, cover, and cook for 1-1.5 hours, until the cabbage is tender and the meat is cooked through.
5. Serve:
– Serve hot with extra sauce spooned over the top. Enjoy!
Feel free to customize the filling or sauce to your taste. Enjoy your delicious stuffed cabbage rolls!
