Easy Cabbage Rolls Recipe
This easy cabbage rolls recipe delivers tender leaves, a rich tomato sauce, and simple steps for a comforting, classic dish.
Ingredients
- 1 large green cabbage (about 3 lbs or 1.35 kg)
- 1.3 lbs ground beef or a beef‑pork mix (600 g)
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup cooked rice (185 g)
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 2 cups tomato sauce (480 ml)
- 1 cup broth vegetable or beef (240 ml)
- salt
- pepper
Instructions
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1) Preheat your oven to 180°C.
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2) Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Carefully remove the cabbage leaves and blanch them for 2–3 minutes until soft and pliable. Drain and set aside.
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3) In a bowl, combine the ground meat, onion, garlic, cooked rice, egg, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix until everything is evenly combined.
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4) Lay a cabbage leaf flat, add a spoonful of filling to the center, fold the sides inward, and roll tightly. Repeat with the remaining leaves.
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5) Heat olive oil in a pan and lightly sear the rolls for extra flavor (optional but recommended).
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6) Place the cabbage rolls in a baking dish. Pour the tomato sauce and broth over the top.
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7) Cover with foil and bake for 1 hour, then uncover and bake for an additional 15 minutes to thicken the sauce.
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8) Let them rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
