Unstuffed Cabbage Roll – Comfort Food Made Simple & Delicious
Unstuffed cabbage rolls are a quick and easy one-pot meal.They combine cabbage, meat, rice, and tomato sauce.No rolling or stuffing is required.Perfect for busy days and meal prep.Rich in flavor and comforting.Customizable with different proteins or vegetarian options.
Ingredients
- 3 cups chopped cabbage
- 250g ground beef (or chicken/turkey)
- 1 small onion (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 2 cups tomato sauce
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt to taste
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large pan. Add onion and garlic, sauté until soft.Add ground meat and cook until browned.
- Stir in chopped cabbage and cook for 5–7 minutes until slightly tender.
- Add tomato sauce, tomato paste, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Cover and simmer for 20 minutes, allowing flavors to blend.
- Stir in cooked rice and cook for another 5 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- Use fresh cabbage for best texture.
- Pre-cooked rice saves time.
- Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Simmer longer for deeper flavor.
- Use broth instead of water for richness.
- Choose lean meat for a lighter dish.
- Add chili flakes for spice.
- Stir occasionally to avoid sticking.