Alain's Cabbage Rolls

Hearty, comforting, and packed with flavor, Alain’s Cabbage Rolls take a beloved classic to the next level with a blend of ground beef, pork, and aromatic spices. Wrapped in tender green cabbage leaves and simmered in a rich tomato sauce infused with chicken broth, these rolls are a perfect balance of savory and tangy. The addition of cooked white rice gives a satisfying texture, while sautéed onion and garlic deepen the flavors. This one-pot dish is great for cozy family dinners or meal prep, as the rolls taste even better the next day. Serve them with crusty bread or creamy mashed potatoes for a wholesome and satisfying meal. With a prep time of just 30 minutes, these cabbage rolls are an approachable yet impressive option for cooks of any skill level, yielding a comforting dish that feeds six and warms the soul.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:120 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 head Green cabbage
• 500 grams Ground beef
• 250 grams Ground pork
• 1 cup Cooked white rice
• 1 large Onion
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves
• 1 large Egg
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 2 cups Tomato sauce
• 1 cup Chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Fill a large pot with water and bring it to a boil. Carefully remove the core of the cabbage and place the whole head into the boiling water. Boil for about 5-7 minutes, gently peeling off the leaves as they become pliable. Set the leaves aside to cool.

Step 2

Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic. In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the onion until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, cooked rice, sautéed onion and garlic, egg, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Mix thoroughly until well combined.

Step 4

Take a cabbage leaf and trim the thick central vein if necessary to make the leaf pliable. Place about 2-3 tablespoons of the meat mixture onto the center of the leaf. Fold the sides inward, then roll the leaf tightly to enclose the filling. Repeat with all the leaves and filling, setting aside the rolls as they are made.

Step 5

In a large pot or Dutch oven, pour a thin layer of tomato sauce to coat the bottom. Arrange the cabbage rolls seam-side down in a single layer. If necessary, create additional layers, separating them with more tomato sauce.

Step 6

Mix the remaining tomato sauce with the chicken broth and pour it over the cabbage rolls. Cover the pot with a lid and bring to a gentle simmer over medium-low heat.

Step 7

Allow the cabbage rolls to simmer for about 1.5 hours, occasionally basting with the sauce to keep them moist. Adjust the heat as needed to maintain a gentle simmer.

Step 8

Serve the cabbage rolls hot, drizzled with the tomato sauce from the pot. They pair wonderfully with crusty bread or mashed potatoes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2298.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2785.6

Total Fat 185.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 62.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.7g
Cholesterol 798.5mg	0%
Sodium 4600.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 108.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.7g	0%
Total Sugars 31.4g
Protein 174.9g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 424.4mg	0%
Iron 17.8mg	0%
Potassium 2557.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.6%

Protein: 24.9%

Carbs: 15.5%