Cabbage Rolls
Indulge in the warmth of homemade cabbage rolls, where tender cabbage leaves embrace a savory filling of ground meat and rice, all enveloped in a rich tomato sauce. This comforting dish is perfect for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners, offering mouthwatering flavors and cherished memories with every bite.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Eastern European
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large head green cabbage
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 pound ground pork
- 1 cup uncooked long-grain rice
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cups tomato sauce (canned or homemade)
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Cabbage Leaves: Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Blanch the whole cabbage for 2-3 minutes until soft. Carefully peel off 10-12 leaves.
- Make the Filling: In a bowl, mix ground beef, ground pork, uncooked rice, chopped onion, salt, pepper, dill, parsley, and a splash of tomato sauce until well combined.
- Assemble the Rolls: Lay a cabbage leaf flat; place about 2 tablespoons of filling at one end. Fold sides over the filling and roll tightly from bottom to top.
- Create the Cooking Base: Pour some tomato sauce into a large baking dish to cover the bottom lightly. Place rolls seam-side down in rows atop the sauce.
- Add More Sauce & Bake: Pour remaining tomato sauce over rolls and cover with foil. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 1 hour until cooked through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 65mg