Dive into the hearty goodness of Cabbage Rolls, a traditional German dish known as Kohlrouladen, brimming with wholesome ingredients and rich flavors. What makes this recipe unique is the delightful combination of tender cabbage leaves enveloping a savory filling of seasoned ground meat, rice, and onions. The fresh cabbage imparts a subtle sweetness to the dish, while the meat filling adds depth and satisfaction. Join me on a culinary journey as we explore this classic comfort food, perfect for sharing with family and friends.
Prep time: 30 minutes | Cooking time: 1 hour | Total time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1 large head of cabbage
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 egg
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a large baking dish and set aside.
- 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 5-7 minutes until the outer leaves are tender and can be easily peeled off. Remove the cabbage from the pot and let it cool slightly.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, chopped onion, cooked rice, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Carefully peel off the cabbage leaves, ensuring they remain intact. Trim the thick center stems from each leaf.
- Place a spoonful of the meat mixture onto each cabbage leaf. Roll up the leaf, tucking in the sides as you roll, to form a tight roll.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Place the cabbage rolls seam side down in the skillet and cook until browned on all sides.
- Transfer the browned cabbage rolls to the prepared baking dish. In a small bowl, whisk together the beef broth, tomato paste, and flour until smooth. Pour the mixture over the cabbage rolls.
- Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the cabbage rolls are cooked through and tender.
- Serve the cabbage rolls hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.
How to serve the food:
Serve the Cabbage Rolls hot as a comforting main dish, accompanied by mashed potatoes or crusty bread for a satisfying meal.
Nutritional information:
- Serving Size: 1 cabbage roll
- Calories: 250
- Total Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
- Sodium: 400mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 18g
- Dietary Fiber: 2g
- Sugars: 4g
- Protein: 16g