Preparation 👩‍🍳
Step 1: Prepare the cabbage
Remove any damaged outer leaves from the cabbage.
Heat a large pot of salted water.
Soak the cabbage leaves in boiling water for 5 minutes to blanch them. This will make them more flexible.
Drain carefully and let cool on a clean cloth.
Step 2: Prepare the filling
. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, chopped onion, crushed garlic, cooked rice, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
Knead the mixture with your hands or a wooden spoon until smooth.
Step 3: Fill the cabbage leaves
Take a blanched cabbage leaf. Place some of the filling in the center of the dough (about 2 tablespoons, depending on the size of the dough).
Carefully roll up the dough and fold the edges to cover the filling.
Repeat the process with the remaining leaves.
Step 4: Preparation
Place the cabbage rolls on top of each other in a lightly greased baking dish.
Pour the crushed tomatoes over the top, making sure each roll is completely covered.
Cover with aluminum foil and bake at 180°C (gas mark 6) for 40 minutes.
Remove the aluminum foil during the last 10 minutes of baking to lightly brown the dish.
Tips & Tricks 🌟
Cooking tip: For an even more delicate effect, add a little vegetable or chicken broth to the dish before baking.
Alternative: For a modern twist, replace the rice with quinoa. You can also add fresh herbs like parsley or thyme to the filling.
Storage: Cabbage rolls freeze well, making them perfect for meal prep.
Nutritional Information 🌿
Calories per serving: approx. 300 kcal
Total cooking time: 1 hour 10 minutes