Best Cabbage Rolls Recipe | Easy Stuffed Cabbage Rolls
A delicious and comforting dish, these stuffed cabbage rolls are filled with seasoned ground meat and rice, then simmered in a rich tomato sauce for the perfect homemade meal.
Equipment
- Large Pot
- Mixing Bowl
- Cutting Board
- Sharp Knife
- Large Baking Dish
- Wooden Spoon
Ingredients
For the Cabbage Rolls
- 1 large head of cabbage core removed
- 1 lb ground beef or use ground turkey
- 1 cup cooked rice white or brown
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt adjust to taste
- ½ tsp black pepper freshly ground
- 1 large egg beaten
For the Sauce
- 1 can crushed tomatoes (28 oz)
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Remove the core of the cabbage and place the whole head into the boiling water. Boil for 3-5 minutes, then carefully peel off the softened leaves.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, cooked rice, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, paprika, salt, black pepper, and a beaten egg. Mix thoroughly.
- Lay a cabbage leaf on a flat surface. Place 2 tablespoons of the meat mixture near the base, fold in the sides, and roll up tightly like a burrito.
- In a baking dish, arrange the cabbage rolls seam-side down.
- In a saucepan, mix crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, and broth. Simmer for 5 minutes, then pour over the cabbage rolls.
- Cover with foil and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 1.5 to 2 hours until the cabbage is tender and the filling is fully cooked.
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Notes
For a lighter version, use ground turkey instead of beef. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
