Description
Polish Stuffed Cabbage Rolls (Gołąbki) are hearty, flavorful rolls filled with a savory mixture of ground beef, rice, and spices, simmered in a rich tomato-based sauce. This classic Polish dish is perfect for a comforting meal and is guaranteed to please the whole family.
Ingredients
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For the Cabbage Rolls:
- 1 large cabbage
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 large onion (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
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For the Sauce:
- 2 cups tomato sauce
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
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Optional Garnish:
- Fresh dill
Instructions
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Boil the Cabbage:
Boil the cabbage until the leaves are tender, about 10-15 minutes. Let cool, then carefully remove the leaves from the cabbage head. -
Prepare the Filling:
In a large bowl, combine ground beef, cooked rice, chopped onion, minced garlic, egg, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to form the stuffing mixture. -
Assemble the Cabbage Rolls:
Place a small amount of the filling (about 2-3 tablespoons) on each cabbage leaf. Fold the sides of the leaf over the filling, then roll up tightly, like a burrito, to form a cylinder. -
Prepare the Sauce:
In a separate bowl, mix tomato sauce, beef broth, sugar, and lemon juice. Stir to combine. -
Assemble the Cabbage Rolls in a Baking Dish:
Arrange the cabbage rolls tightly in a baking dish. Pour the sauce mixture over the top, ensuring the rolls are mostly covered. -
Bake:
Cover the baking dish with foil and bake at 350°F for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the cabbage is fully tender and the flavors have melded. -
Serve and Garnish:
Garnish with fresh dill (optional) and serve hot.
Notes
- You can freeze leftover cabbage rolls for up to 3 months. Just store them in an airtight container or freezer bag.
- For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding smoked paprika or a bit of ground sausage to the beef mixture.
- Fresh dill is optional, but it adds a nice herbal freshness to the dish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cabbage roll
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg