Stuffed cabbage rolls

Stuffed Cabbage Rolls: A Hearty Comfort Food with Old-World Charm

Stuffed cabbage rolls, known in various cultures as golabki (Polish), sarma (Balkan), or holubtsi (Ukrainian), are a classic dish rooted in Eastern European culinary tradition. This hearty meal blends tender cabbage leaves with a savory meat-and-rice filling, all simmered in a rich tomato sauce. Perfect for cold days or special family dinners, cabbage rolls offer both nostalgia and nutrition. Here’s a step-by-step guide to making this comforting dish from scratch.

📝 Ingredients:

For the Cabbage Rolls:

• 1 large green cabbage
• 1 lb (450g) ground beef or pork (or a mix of both)
• 1 cup cooked white rice
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 egg
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp paprika
• 1 tsp dried oregano

For the Tomato Sauce:

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 (28 oz / 800g) can crushed tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon dried basil (optional)
• ½ cup water or beef broth

🥬 Step-by-Step Method:

Step 1: Prepare the Cabbage Leaves

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
2. Core the cabbage by removing the tough stem at the base.
3. Gently place the cabbage in boiling water. After a minute or two, outer leaves will loosen — peel them off with tongs as they become soft.
4. Continue until you have about 12 large leaves. Set them aside to cool.
5. Trim the thick rib from each leaf using a sharp knife to make them pliable for rolling.

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