A comforting and flavorful dish, perfect for a family dinner. These stuffed cabbage rolls are filled with a savory mixture of ground meat and rice, then simmered in a rich tomato sauce.
Ingredients:
For the Cabbage:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
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| Large head of cabbage | 1 |
For the Filling:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
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| Ground beef | 1 lb |
| Ground pork (optional) | 1/2 lb |
| Cooked rice | 1 cup |
| Onion, finely diced | 1 small |
| Garlic, minced | 2 cloves |
| Egg | 1 |
| Salt | 1 tsp |
| Pepper | 1/2 tsp |
| Paprika | 1 tsp |
For the Sauce:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Tomato sauce | 2 cups |
| Beef broth | 1 cup |
| Olive oil | 2 tbsp |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Cabbage:
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- Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
- Remove the core from the cabbage and blanch the whole head in boiling water for 2-3 minutes.
- Gently peel the leaves and set aside.
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Make the Filling:
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- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, cooked rice, onion, garlic, egg, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Mix well until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
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Assemble the Rolls:
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- Place a spoonful of the filling onto the center of each cabbage leaf.
- Fold the sides of the leaf over the filling and roll tightly, securing the ends.
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Prepare the Sauce:
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- In a large skillet or pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the tomato sauce and beef broth, stirring to combine.
- Bring the sauce to a simmer.
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Cook the Rolls:
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- Place the cabbage rolls, seam-side down, into the simmering sauce.
- Cover the pot and simmer over low heat for 45-60 minutes, or until the rolls are cooked through and tender.
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Serve:
- Serve the stuffed cabbage rolls warm, with extra sauce spooned over the top.
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