Lu's Excellent Cabbage Rolls

Discover the ultimate comfort food with Lu's Excellent Cabbage Rolls! This classic recipe combines tender green cabbage leaves with a hearty filling of ground beef, pork, fluffy white rice, and aromatic spices like garlic, onion, and paprika. Each roll is lovingly crafted, rolled to perfection, and baked in a rich tomato sauce infused with chicken broth and herbs, creating a dish that's as comforting as it is flavorful. Perfect for busy weeknights or special family gatherings, these cabbage rolls are baked to tender perfection under a bubbling, savory sauce that will have everyone coming back for seconds. With a preparation time of just 40 minutes and six generous servings, this dish is a great way to transform simple ingredients into a show-stopping, oven-baked masterpiece. Serve warm with crusty bread for the ultimate hearty meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:40 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:130 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 head Green cabbage
• 1 pound Ground beef
• 0.5 pound Ground pork
• 1 cup White rice
• 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 large Egg
• 1.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 28 ounces Tomato sauce
• 1 cup Chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Dried parsley

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of water to boil. Carefully remove the core of the cabbage using a sharp knife, and place the head of cabbage into the boiling water. Boil for 8-10 minutes, or until the leaves are pliable. Drain and set the cabbage aside to cool slightly.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, cook the white rice according to package instructions and set aside to cool.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, cooked rice, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, egg, 1 teaspoon of salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.

Step 4

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 5

Gently separate the cabbage leaves and cut off the thick stem portions at the base of each leaf. This makes them easier to roll.

Step 6

Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the meat mixture into the center of each cabbage leaf. Fold the sides over the filling and roll the leaf tightly to secure. Repeat with the remaining leaves and filling.

Step 7

In a large baking dish, spread a thin layer of tomato sauce on the bottom. Arrange the cabbage rolls seam-side down in a single layer.

Step 8

In a small bowl, stir together the remaining tomato sauce, chicken broth, olive oil, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, paprika, and dried parsley. Pour this mixture evenly over the cabbage rolls.

Step 9

Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 30 minutes, or until the rolls are tender and the sauce bubbles.

Step 10

Let the cabbage rolls cool slightly before serving. Enjoy them warm as a hearty meal or with a side of crusty bread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2416.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2531.4

Total Fat 163.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 55.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.3g
Cholesterol 724.7mg	0%
Sodium 5701.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 107.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.9g	0%
Total Sugars 32.5g
Protein 161.9g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 422.4mg	0%
Iron 15.4mg	0%
Potassium 2268.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.7%

Protein: 25.4%

Carbs: 16.8%