Welcome to our Stuffed Cabbage Recipe! This hearty and delicious meal is perfect for a family dinner. Let's get started!

Preparation Time: 15 minutes

Cooking Time: 20 minutes 

Ingredients:

• 1 large head of cabbage
• 1 lb ground beef or pork (or a mix)
• 1 cup cooked rice
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 egg, lightly beaten
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp paprika (optional)
• 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1 can (14 oz) tomato sauce
• 1 tbsp tomato paste
• 1/2 cup water or broth
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp sugar (optional)
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions:

1. Prepare Cabbage:
   

• Boil a large pot of water. Core the cabbage and boil for 5–7 minutes until leaves soften. Cool and separate leaves.

1. Make Filling:
   

• Mix ground meat, cooked rice, onion, garlic, egg, salt, pepper, and paprika in a bowl.

1. Assemble Rolls:
   

• Trim cabbage stems. Add 2–3 tbsp of filling per leaf, fold sides, and roll tightly.

1. Make Sauce:
   

• Combine diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste, water/broth, olive oil, and sugar in a bowl.

1. Cook Rolls (Quick Method):
   

• Use a large skillet with a lid. Spread a few cabbage leaves on the bottom.
• Arrange rolls seam-side down in layers. Pour sauce over the rolls to cover.
• Simmer covered on medium heat for 20 minutes.

1. Serve:
   

• Rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with parsley and serve hot.