stuffed cabbage rolls

Of course! 🥬 Stuffed Cabbage Rolls are classic, comforting bundles of tender cabbage leaves wrapped around a savory meat-and-rice filling, then simmered in a rich tomato sauce until melt-in-your-mouth delicious. They’re popular across many cuisines — from Hungarian töltött káposzta to Polish gołąbki — and perfect for feeding a crowd or making ahead.

Here’s an easy, traditional recipe:


🥬✨ Stuffed Cabbage Rolls

✅ Ingredients:

For the rolls:

  • 1 large head green cabbage
  • 1 lb (450 g) ground beef or pork (or half & half)
  • 1/2 cup uncooked rice
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp sweet paprika (optional, traditional in Hungarian recipes)

For the sauce:

  • 2 cups tomato sauce or crushed tomatoes
  • 1 cup water or broth
  • 1 tbsp sugar (balances acidity, optional)
  • 1 tbsp vinegar or lemon juice
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 bay leaf