Gorky’s Cafe Golabki (Stuffed Cabbage)

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 18
Gorky's Cafe Golabki (Stuffed Cabbage) recipe for a hearty meal
in Main

Prep

45 min

Cook

2 hours

Ready In

2 hours 45 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1 large cabbage ( with extra large leaves )
1 1/2 lbs ground beef ( or for a veggie version , use cooked bulgar or cooked buckwheat )
2 cups rice , cooked
2 eggs , slightly beaten
1 cup onion , chopped
1 cup carrot , grated
salt and pepper , to taste
2 cans tomato sauce
1 1/2 cups water
1 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup vinegar , apple cider

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6-8
Calories
560
Sugar
42g
Fat
18g
Gorky's Cafe Golabki, or Stuffed Cabbage, is a popular dish in Central and Eastern European cuisine. It is a hearty and warming dish that is perfect for a cold winter evening. Traditionally, small cabbage leaves were filled with a mixture of minced meat, rice, and onions and then simmered in a tomato sauce. At Gorky's Cafe, the chef has adapted the recipe to create a larger version that is perfect for a family-style dinner.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2.Boil large pot of salted water.
3.Core the large cabbage and insert into boiling water for about 2 minutes.
4.Remove cabbage, rinse with cold water, and let drain.
5.Cut leaves from cabbage and set aside any that are too small to roll.
6.In a large bowl, combine the ground beef (or for a vegetarian version, cooked bulgar or cooked buckwheat), rice, eggs, onion, carrot, salt, and pepper to taste.
7.Place filling in cabbage leaves and roll tightly.
8.Place rolls seam side down in a baking dish.
9.Combine the tomato sauce, water, brown sugar, and vinegar, and pour over rolls.
10.Cover with foil and bake for 2 hours.

PROS

Gorky’s Cafe Golabki is a delicious and hearty meal, perfect for dinner or a special occasion.

The combination of ground beef and rice is filling and satisfying, and the cabbage leaves provide a nutritious wrapping for the filling.

It is relatively easy to prepare, and the leftovers make for a great lunch the next day.

CONS

Stuffed cabbage can be time-consuming to prepare, and rolling the cabbage leaves can be tedious.

It is a heavy meal, so it may not be the best choice for those watching their calorie intake or trying to maintain a low-fat diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Gorky’s Cafe Golabki is a nutritious meal that is high in protein, fiber, and vitamins, particularly Vitamin C.
Cabbage is a cruciferous vegetable that has been linked to reducing inflammation, improving digestion, and promoting heart health.

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