Stuffed Cabbage Rolls
Stuffed Cabbage Rolls, also known as Golabki or Halupki, are a delicious and comforting dish. Here’s a classic recipe for you:
Ingredients:
For the Cabbage Rolls:
- 1 large head of cabbage
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 pound ground pork (or use more beef)
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
For the Tomato Sauce:
- 2 cans (14 ounces each) crushed tomatoes
- 1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Cabbage:
- Core the cabbage and place it in a large pot of boiling water for about 5-7 minutes. This will help you peel off the leaves easily. Remove the leaves and set them aside.
2. Prepare the Filling:
- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, cooked rice, chopped onion, minced garlic, egg, salt, pepper, and paprika. Mix well.
3. Assemble the Cabbage Rolls:
- Take each cabbage leaf and place a portion of the filling in the center. Roll the cabbage leaf around the filling, tucking in the sides.
4. Make the Tomato Sauce:
- In a separate bowl, mix together crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, brown sugar, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper.
5. Layer in a Baking Dish:
- Spread a thin layer of the tomato sauce on the bottom of a large baking dish.
- Place the stuffed cabbage rolls seam side down in the baking dish.
6. Cover with Sauce:
- Pour the remaining tomato sauce over the cabbage rolls, ensuring they are well-covered.
7. Bake:
- Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the cabbage is tender.
8. Serve:
- Serve the stuffed cabbage rolls hot, optionally with a dollop of sour cream on top.
This recipe yields a classic and hearty dish that’s perfect for family dinners. Adjust the seasoning and ingredients to suit your taste preferences. Enjoy!
