Cabbage Rolls for 2
Treat yourself to a cozy, home-cooked meal with this recipe for "Cabbage Rolls for 2" — a delightful blend of hearty ground beef, tender cabbage leaves, and rich tomato sauce, perfect for an intimate dinner. These savory rolls are filled with a flavorful mixture of seasoned meat, cooked white rice, fresh parsley, and aromatics like onion and garlic. After a quick sear, they gently simmer in a tangy tomato and chicken stock sauce enhanced with a hint of sweetness. Ready in just an hour, this recipe combines comfort and elegance, making it an ideal choice for date nights or small, satisfying meals. Pair with crusty bread or a side salad, and don’t forget to garnish with extra parsley for a touch of freshness. Easy, flavorful, and designed just for two — this dish is a celebration of simplicity and taste!
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Ingredients
- 6 leaves Green cabbage
- 200 grams Ground beef
- 100 grams Cooked white rice
- 0.5 piece Yellow onion
- 1 clove Garlic
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 400 grams Canned crushed tomatoes
- 100 milliliters Chicken stock
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Sugar
Directions
Step 1
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Carefully remove 6 large, intact leaves from the cabbage and blanch them in the boiling water for 2-3 minutes or until pliable. Drain and set aside to cool.
Step 2
Finely dice the onion and mince the garlic. In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, cooked rice, diced onion, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly to combine.
Step 3
Lay each cabbage leaf flat and remove the thickest part of the stem if necessary to make it easier to roll. Place about 2 tablespoons of the meat mixture at the base of each leaf, fold in the sides of the leaf, and roll it up tightly. Repeat with all the leaves.
Step 4
Heat olive oil in a large skillet or pot over medium heat. Add the cabbage rolls seam-side down and cook for 2-3 minutes to lightly brown them. Flip gently to brown all sides.
Step 5
In a small bowl, mix the crushed tomatoes, chicken stock, and sugar. Pour this sauce over the cabbage rolls in the skillet, ensuring they are mostly submerged in the liquid.
Step 6
Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, cover the skillet, and reduce the heat to low. Cook for 30-35 minutes, occasionally spooning some sauce over the rolls to keep them moist.
Step 7
Serve the cabbage rolls hot, spooning over the tomato sauce. Garnish with additional parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1061.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 905.2 |
| Total Fat 51.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 16.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g | |
| Cholesterol 147.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2129.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 70.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 12.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 27.3g | |
| Protein 48.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 230.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2283.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories