Description
Savory cabbage rolls filled with seasoned ground beef and rice, enveloped in a tangy tomato sauce—a perfect comfort food for family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 15 ounces crushed tomatoes (canned)
- 16 ounces tomato sauce (two 8-ounce cans)
- 2 tablespoons packed light brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 head green cabbage
- 1 pound ground beef
- ½ cup finely chopped yellow onion
- 1 tablespoon dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup cooked and cooled white rice
- ¼ cup reserved sauce from above
- 1 large egg, room temperature and lightly beaten
- ½ teaspoon fresh dill, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the Sauce: In a medium bowl, combine the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, brown sugar, tomato paste, white vinegar, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until well integrated. Reserve ¼ cup of this mixture for the filling. Spread ½ cup of sauce in the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish and set aside.
- Cook the Cabbage: Set a large pot of water to a rolling boil. Trim the cabbage stem and carefully submerge the whole head into the boiling water for 5 minutes. This softens the leaves; afterward, transfer the cabbage to a colander and allow it to cool.
- Sauté the Filling: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef, diced onion, parsley, oregano, minced garlic, salt, and pepper for 5-7 minutes until the beef is browned.
- Combine the Filling: In a large bowl, combine the cooked meat mixture, cooked rice, reserved ¼ cup sauce, beaten egg, and chopped dill. Mix thoroughly and let it cool slightly.
- Assemble the Rolls: Cut out the stalk at the base of each cabbage leaf in a V-shape. Lay a leaf flat and spoon about ¼ cup of filling into the top third. Fold the top over the filling, tuck in the sides, and roll tightly.
- Bake: Pour the remaining sauce evenly over the stuffed rolls. Cover with foil and bake for 75 minutes in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C).
- Finishing Touch: Remove the foil and spoon additional sauce over the rolls. Allow them to rest for 10-15 minutes before serving.
Notes
Cabbage rolls can be prepared a day in advance. Consider using an air fryer for quicker cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg