Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 medium head of green cabbage (2-3 pounds)
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 pound ground pork
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup tomato paste
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Preparation Time:
30 minutes
Cooking Time:
1 hour 30 minutes
Difficulty Level:
4 (out of 5)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Remove the core from the cabbage and blanch the leaves in boiling water for 2-3 minutes until softened.
- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, pork, rice, onion, bell pepper, garlic, egg, tomato paste, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Place about 1/2 cup of the meat mixture on each cabbage leaf and roll up tightly. Secure with toothpicks.
- In a large Dutch oven or skillet, brown the cabbage rolls on all sides over medium heat.
- Add the diced tomatoes, beef broth, bay leaf, and thyme. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 1 hour or until the cabbage rolls are cooked through and the gravy has thickened.
Nutritional Information:
(per serving)
Calories: 300
Fat: 15 grams
Protein: 25 grams
Carbohydrates: 20 grams
Fiber: 5 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Traditional Russian dish with a modern American twist
- Hearty and filling
- Savory and flavorful gravy
- Ideal for a special occasion dinner or family meal
User Comments:
- "The cabbage rolls were tender and juicy, and the gravy was rich and delicious."
- "I love the combination of flavors in this dish. It's a perfect balance of sweet, sour, and savory."
- "The presentation was beautiful, and the guests raved about the taste."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you are unable to find cabbage leaves large enough to roll, you can use 2 smaller leaves per roll.
- To make the dish vegetarian, substitute the ground meat with a mixture of chopped mushrooms, onions, and bell peppers.
- Serve the cabbage rolls with additional gravy on the side.
