Go Back

Stuffed Cabbage Rolls

Cozy, savory comfort in every roll, perfect for family dinners and gatherings.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cabbage Preparation
  • 1 head 1 head of cabbage
Filling
  • 1 pound 1 pound ground beef You can swap for ground pork or turkey.
  • 1 cup 1 cup cooked rice Day-old rice holds shape better.
  • 1 cup 1 onion, chopped Sauté until soft.
  • 2 cloves 2 cloves garlic, minced Fresh garlic = bigger flavor.
  • 28 ounces 1 can (28 ounces) tomato sauce Use plain tomato sauce for a bright tang.
  • 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 tablespoon 1 tablespoon olive oil For sautéing the onion and garlic.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking dish.
  2. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Remove the leaves from the cabbage and blanch them for 2–3 minutes until tender; cool and set aside.
  3. In a skillet, warm the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until soft and fragrant, about 4–5 minutes.
  4. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, cooked rice, sautéed onion, garlic, salt, pepper, paprika, and oregano. Mix gently by hand until uniform.
Assembly
  1. Lay a cabbage leaf flat. Place a spoonful of the meat mixture near the stem end, fold in the sides, and roll tightly. Repeat until all filling is used.
  2. Place the rolls seam-side down in the baking dish. Pour the tomato sauce evenly over them, coating each roll.
Baking
  1. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 1 hour. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until the tops are slightly browned and the sauce bubbles at the edges.
  2. Let the rolls rest for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

For serving, consider pairing with mashed potatoes, roasted root vegetables, or topping with a fried egg. You can also garnish with chopped parsley or serve with sour cream on the side.