Description
Polish Stuffed Cabbage Rolls, or Gołąbki, are a heartwarming dish that captures the essence of comfort food. Tender cabbage leaves envelop a savory mixture of seasoned ground beef and fluffy rice, all simmered to perfection in a rich tomato sauce. This classic recipe is not only satisfying but also versatile enough for family dinners, special occasions, or meal prep. With its robust flavors and comforting texture, it’s a dish that brings everyone together around the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large head of green cabbage
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup uncooked white rice, cooked
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram
Instructions
- Prepare the cabbage by coring it and blanching the leaves in boiling water for 2-3 minutes until flexible.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, cooked rice, chopped onion, minced garlic, egg, salt, and black pepper; mix thoroughly.
- Take a blanched cabbage leaf and add a portion of the filling; fold sides over and roll tightly from the bottom.
- Arrange stuffed rolls seam-side down in a large pot or Dutch oven.
- For the sauce, mix crushed tomatoes, beef broth, paprika, and marjoram in a bowl; pour over the rolls.
- Simmer covered on low heat for 1.5 to 2 hours until tender.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Polish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll (150g)
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Select fresh cabbage for optimal rolling. Adjust seasoning according to taste. You can substitute ground turkey or lamb for variety.