Say goodbye to the hassle of rolling and stuffing with this comforting one-pan wonder: "Cabbage Rolls Not!" This deconstructed twist on classic cabbage rolls combines tender ground beef, hearty white rice, and savory green cabbage in a rich tomato-based sauce spiced with paprika and oregano. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish comes together in just under an hour and delivers all the cozy flavors you love without the painstaking preparation. Cooked in a single skillet, itβs a no-fuss recipe thatβs as satisfying as it is simple. Serve it warm, topped with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, for a wholesome family dinner or meal-prepped lunches that reheat like a dream. Packed with comfort and layered with bold flavors, "Cabbage Rolls Not" is your new go-to recipe for wholesome, hearty meals made easy!
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or deep pan over medium heat.
Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat if needed.
Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the beef. SautΓ© for 3-4 minutes, or until the onion softens and becomes translucent.
Stir in the chopped cabbage and cook for another 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it begins to soften and reduce in volume.
Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, beef broth, paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
Bring the mixture to a simmer, then lower the heat to medium-low. Cover and let it simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is tender.
Stir in the cooked rice, ensuring it is evenly distributed throughout the mixture. Cook for another 5 minutes to heat the rice through.
Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Sprinkle with fresh parsley, if desired, before serving.
Serve warm in bowls and enjoy as a hearty meal.
Calories |
2054 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 98.9 g | 127% | |
| Saturated Fat | 35.0 g | 175% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 301 mg | 100% | |
| Sodium | 3746 mg | 163% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 200.8 g | 73% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.0 g | 104% | |
| Total Sugars | 48.1 g | ||
| Protein | 106.6 g | 213% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 543 mg | 42% | |
| Iron | 23.4 mg | 130% | |
| Potassium | 4640 mg | 99% | |
*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.