Mom's Cabbage Rolls

Bring a taste of tradition to your table with "Mom's Cabbage Rolls," a hearty and comforting dish that's brimming with nostalgic flavors. Tender green cabbage leaves are filled with a savory blend of ground beef, ground pork, fluffy white rice, and aromatic spices like paprika and garlic, then baked to perfection in a rich, tangy tomato sauce sweetened with a hint of brown sugar and brightened by lemon juice. This family-favorite recipe is a labor of love, with just the right balance of sweetness and spice, and makes the ultimate crowd-pleasing meal. Perfect for Sunday dinners or special family gatherings, these cabbage rolls are best served warm with a crusty loaf of bread or a dollop of cooling sour cream. With minimal prep time and the irresistible aroma of slow baking, this dish is your gateway to a classic homemade comfort food experience.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:40 mins

Cook Time:120 mins

Total Time:160 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 head Green cabbage
• 1 lb Ground beef
• 0.5 lb Ground pork
• 1 cup Cooked white rice
• 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 Egg
• 1.5 tsp Salt
• 1 tsp Black pepper
• 1 tsp Paprika
• 28 oz Canned diced tomatoes
• 15 oz Tomato sauce
• 2 tbsp Brown sugar
• 1 tbsp Lemon juice
• 2 tbsp Parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Carefully peel 12-14 outer leaves from the cabbage, keeping them intact. Boil the cabbage leaves for 2-3 minutes or until pliable. Remove them from the water, drain, and set aside to cool.

Step 2

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, cooked white rice, chopped onion, minced garlic, egg, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Mix until evenly combined.

Step 4

Lay a cabbage leaf flat on your work surface. Place about 1/4 cup of filling near the stem end of the leaf. Fold in the sides over the filling, then roll tightly from the stem end to form a roll. Repeat with the remaining leaves and filling.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, mix the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, brown sugar, and lemon juice. Stir to combine.

Step 6

Spread a thin layer of the tomato mixture on the bottom of a large baking dish.

Step 7

Place the cabbage rolls seam-side down in the dish. Pour the remaining tomato mixture over the rolls, ensuring they are fully covered.

Step 8

Cover the baking dish tightly with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour and 30 minutes.

Step 9

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 30 minutes for a slightly caramelized top.

Step 10

Garnish with chopped parsley before serving, if desired. Serve warm with a slice of crusty bread or a dollop of sour cream.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2618.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2675.2

Total Fat 166.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 58.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.7g
Cholesterol 737.1mg	0%
Sodium 6111.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 138.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 30.3g	0%
Total Sugars 65.5g
Protein 161.4g	0%

Vitamin D 48IU	0%
Calcium 611.3mg	0%
Iron 20.3mg	0%
Potassium 3627.9mg	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: 55.5%

Protein: 23.9%

Carbs: 20.6%