Tomato Braised Stuffed Cabbage
Tomato Braised Stuffed Cabbage is a hearty dish featuring tender cabbage leaves filled with a savory blend of minced beef, pork, and aromatic spices. Slowly simmered in a rich tomato sauce, this comforting meal is topped with melted mozzarella for a delicious finish. Perfect for cozy family dinners or special occasions!
Tomato Braised Stuffed Cabbage is a comforting and flavorful dish where tender cabbage leaves are filled with a savory mixture of minced beef, pork, and aromatic seasonings. Slowly simmered in a rich tomato sauce infused with bay leaves and pepperoncino, this dish delivers deep, hearty flavors in every bite. Topped with melted mozzarella for a deliciously creamy finish, it’s the perfect meal for cozy family dinners or special occasions. Serve with crusty bread or rice to soak up the flavorful sauce and enjoy a true comfort food classic
Ingredients
- 1 small cabbage
- 200g minced beef
- 150g minced pork
- ½ onion, finely chopped
- 1 egg
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- ⅔ tsp salt
- Pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp rice
- 1½ cups tomato spaghetti sauce
- 100ml water
- 3 bay leaves
- Pepperoncino (red pepper flakes), to taste
- Mozzarella cheese (for topping)
Nutritional Information
- Calories: 320
- Protein: 25g
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Sugar: 6g
- Fiber: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Directions
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Cut the cabbage into large triangular pieces. Pour hot water over the cabbage and soak for 30 minutes.
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Drain the cabbage and carefully separate the leaves. Place the leaves in a pan, cover with a lid, and boil for 5 minutes. Flip once during cooking. Remove from heat and set aside.
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In a bowl, mix the minced beef, minced pork, chopped onion, minced garlic, salt, pepper, rice, and egg until well combined.
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Take a cabbage leaf and place 1 teaspoon of filling in the center. Roll it into a small ball. Repeat with the remaining leaves and filling. Arrange the stuffed cabbage rolls in a pan. Pour in the tomato spaghetti sauce and water. Add bay leaves and pepperoncino.
Cover and cook over medium-low heat for 30 minutes. Occasionally baste the rolls with the sauce.Once fully cooked, sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top and let it melt.
