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Stuffed Cabbage Rolls
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 1 large head of cabbage
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Carefully remove the core from the cabbage and place the whole head in the boiling water. Cook for 3-4 minutes, then carefully remove the softened outer leaves. Repeat until you have about 12 large leaves. Set aside to cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, cooked rice, chopped onion, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, paprika, and cayenne pepper. Mix well.
- Place a spoonful of the beef and rice mixture onto the center of each cabbage leaf. Roll the leaf around the filling, tucking in the sides as you roll, to create a neat package.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, brown sugar, and lemon juice. Pour a small amount of the sauce into the bottom of a large pot or Dutch oven.
- Arrange the cabbage rolls in the pot, seam side down. Pour the remaining sauce over the top of the rolls.
- Cover the pot and simmer over low heat for 1 hour, or until the cabbage is tender and the filling is cooked through.
- Serve the stuffed cabbage rolls hot, spooning some of the tomato sauce over the top as a garnish.
Stuffed cabbage rolls, also known as golabki or sarma, have a rich history dating back to ancient times. This beloved dish is a staple in Eastern European, Middle Eastern, and Mediterranean cuisines. The origins of stuffed cabbage rolls can be traced to the Ottoman Empire, where it was a favorite in the royal court. The dish spread throughout the region and each culture added its own unique twist. Today, you can find the best versions of stuffed cabbage rolls in Poland, Hungary, and Turkey. The key to a delicious stuffed cabbage roll lies in the perfectly cooked cabbage leaves and the flavorful filling, often a mix of ground meat, rice, and aromatic spices. Chefs and home cooks alike take pride in creating this comforting and hearty dish, often passed down through generations. Whether it's simmered in a savory tomato sauce or baked to perfection, stuffed cabbage rolls continue to be a cherished culinary tradition.
120 min
6
380 calories
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