Cabbage Rolls – Real Hungarian Style

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 2
Cabbage Rolls - Real Hungarian Style
in Main

Prep

40 min

Cook

2h 30min

Ready In

3h 10min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

2 heads cabbage
2 cups long grain rice , scalded
2 lbs lean ground beef
1 lb fresh lean pork sausage
2 small onions , minced
4 eggs , beaten
1 cup water
4 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons fresh ground black pepper
2 teaspoons paprika
1 garlic clove , minced
2 quarts sauerkraut
2 cans canned tomatoes
4 cups tomato juice
1/8 cup dried onion flakes
8 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1 lb bacon , cooked
2 lbs sausage , smoked

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
551
Sugar
15g
Fat
35g
Cabbage rolls are a traditional dish in many cultures, including Hungary. This recipe for Cabbage Rolls - Real Hungarian Style is a flavorful and filling meal that is sure to satisfy. The filling is made with a combination of ground beef and pork sausage, mixed with scalded rice, onions, and spices for a savory flavor. The cabbage is boiled or steamed to soften the leaves, then stuffed with the meat and rice mixture and rolled up. The rolls are then placed on top of a bed of sauce made with sauerkraut, canned tomatoes, and a blend of spices, before being baked in the oven for a few hours. This dish is perfect for a family dinner, or as a make-ahead meal that can be reheated throughout the week.

Instructions

1.Core out the stems from the center of the cabbage.
2.Steam or boil the cabbage leaves to soften.
3.Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
4.Mix together rice, ground beef, pork sausage, minced onions, eggs, water, salt, pepper, paprika, and minced garlic. Stuff 2 rounded tablespoons of meat filling on to one cabbage leaf, fold in sides, and roll up. Repeat until all filling is used up.
5.Place sauerkraut and canned tomatoes in the bottom of a large dutch oven or covered casserole dish. Stir in tomato juice, onion flakes, sugar, salt, pepper, and paprika until well blended. Add the bacon and smoked sausage on top.
6.Place the cabbage rolls on top and continue layering until all cabbage rolls are covered with liquid.
7.Bake, covered, for 2 1/2 hours.

PROS

Cabbage rolls are a hearty and filling meal, with a perfect balance of flavor and texture.

The combination of beef and pork provides a richer flavor and juicier texture.

CONS

This dish is relatively time-consuming and requires some preparation before cooking, but the end result is well worth it.

Cabbage rolls are not ideal for a low-carb or low-fat diet due to the rice and sausage used in the filling.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Cabbage rolls are a good source of protein, complex carbohydrates, and fiber.
Cabbage is high in vitamins C and K, and contains antioxidants that are beneficial for heart health. The combination of cabbage and sauerkraut in this recipe can also aid in digestion and boost immune function.

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