Description
Polish Stuffed Cabbage Rolls, or Gołąbki, are a cherished comfort food that brings warmth and flavor to any meal. This delightful dish features tender cabbage leaves enveloping a savory filling of seasoned ground beef and rice, all simmered in a rich tomato sauce. Ideal for family dinners or special gatherings, these hearty rolls are not only easy to prepare but also perfect for meal prep. Whether served alone or with sides like mashed potatoes or crusty bread, they promise to impress your guests and satisfy hungry appetites. Try this recipe today and enjoy a taste of traditional Polish cuisine.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large head of green cabbage
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup uncooked white rice, cooked
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram
Instructions
- Prepare the cabbage by coring it and removing leaves; blanch in boiling water for 2-3 minutes.
- In a bowl, mix ground beef, cooked rice, onion, garlic, egg, salt, and pepper until combined.
- Place filling on each cabbage leaf, fold sides in, and roll tightly.
- Arrange rolls seam-side down in a pot; mix sauce ingredients and pour over the rolls.
- Simmer covered for 1.5 to 2 hours until tender.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Polish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg