Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of a traditional stuffed cabbage roll without the fuss. This one-skillet stuffed cabbage casserole is the perfect solution for busy weeknights or cozy weekend dinners. Combining ground meat, rice, and tender cabbage in a single pan, this hearty dish is not only easy to prepare but also customizable to fit your family’s taste preferences. Enjoy a nutritious meal that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium head of green cabbage (about 2 lbs)
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 cup uncooked white or brown rice
- 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Optional: herbs (e.g., oregano, thyme) to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the cabbage by removing the core and separating several leaves. Blanch in boiling water for 1-2 minutes until slightly tender; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté chopped onion and minced garlic until translucent (3-4 minutes).
- Add ground meat to the skillet, cooking until browned while breaking it apart with a spatula. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Stir in uncooked rice, tomato sauce, salt, pepper, paprika, and any additional seasonings; mix well.
- Layer blanched cabbage leaves over the meat mixture and cover tightly with a lid or foil.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for 30-35 minutes until rice is cooked through and liquid is absorbed. Let rest before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 245g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg