Description
These traditional Polish Cabbage Rolls, or Gołąbki, are made with tender green cabbage leaves stuffed with a savory mix of seasoned meat and rice, then baked in a tangy tomato sauce. A comforting, flavorful family dish that’s great for making ahead or freezing for later.
Ingredients
1 large head green cabbage
1 pound ground pork
1 pound ground beef
1 cup cooked white rice
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 large egg
3 cups tomato sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon paprika
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Core the cabbage and gently peel off leaves. Blanch leaves for 2–3 minutes until softened. Set aside.
2. Cook rice according to package instructions. Sauté chopped onion in a bit of oil until translucent. Let cool.
3. In a large bowl, mix ground pork, ground beef, cooked rice, onion, garlic, egg, salt, pepper, and paprika.
4. Place about 2 tablespoons of filling on a cabbage leaf and roll it up like a burrito. Repeat with remaining filling and leaves.
5. Spread a thin layer of tomato sauce in a baking dish or Dutch oven. Arrange rolls seam-side down. Cover with remaining sauce.
6. Cover with foil or lid and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 1.5 to 2 hours, until cabbage is tender and cooked through.
7. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
For easier rolling, freeze the cabbage head overnight and thaw to soften the leaves without boiling.
Use lean ground meat to reduce grease in the sauce.
Let the rolls rest for 10 minutes after baking before serving to allow the flavors to settle.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 rolls
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 710mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: cabbage rolls, Polish cabbage rolls, gołąbki, comfort food, stuffed cabbage