Cabbage Rolls
Comforting and hearty cabbage rolls filled with minced meat and rice, wrapped in tender cabbage leaves, baked in a flavorful tomato sauce.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 320kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 head large head of cabbage
- 500 g minced meat (beef or an alternative)
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 400 g can diced tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (like dill or parsley) for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Carefully remove the leaves from the cabbage head and blanch them in boiling water until they are soft.
- In a skillet, sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic until they turn translucent and fragrant.
- In a large bowl, combine the minced meat, cooked rice, sautéed onion and garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Take a cabbage leaf, place a spoonful of the filling at the base, and roll it up tightly, tucking in the sides as you go.
Baking
- In a baking dish, spread some of the diced tomatoes on the bottom and add the rolled cabbage on top.
- Mix the remaining diced tomatoes with the tomato paste and pour this sauce over the cabbage rolls.
- Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the oven for 40-50 minutes.
- Once ready, garnish with fresh herbs before serving.
Notes
Cabbage Preparation: If you want to make the rolling process easier, try freezing the cabbage head overnight. This will soften the leaves and make them easier to work with. Customize the Filling: You can add diced bell peppers, carrots, or even beans for a vegetarian twist. One-Pot Wonder: Instead of baking, you can also cook the cabbage rolls in a large pot with the tomato sauce for 30-40 minutes on the stovetop.