Cabbage rolls

Cabbage rolls are a comforting and hearty dish that combines tender cabbage leaves with a flavorful filling, often made from ground beef and rice.

This recipe brings together a delightful mix of ingredients, including aromatic herbs and spices, all simmered in a rich tomato sauce.

Perfect for family dinners or meal prep, cabbage rolls are not only delicious but also versatile, allowing you to customize the filling to suit your taste. Whether you’re looking for a satisfying weeknight meal or a dish to impress guests, this recipe is sure to be a hit!

Ingredients

1 cup COOKED long-grain rice (or similar variety)
1.5 pounds lean ground beef (or ‘extra lean’)
1.5 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 large egg

1 yellow onion , peeled and minced
⅓ cup parsley , roughly chopped
3 cloves garlic , minced
1.5 teaspoons salt
½ teaspoon black pepper

½ teaspoon dried dill
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ to 1 teaspoon red chili flakes (optional)
42 ounces tomato sauce , divided (Three 398 millilitre cans or 14 ounce cans (roughly 5 cups).

See point 5 below in recipe ‘Notes.’)
1 medium head green cabbage (you’ll need about 18 leaves for the rolls and another 8 to 10 or so for the bottom of the dish and over top.)

half cup of water (leftover from boiling cabbage)
fresh dill , chopped (garnish, optional)