Mock Crock Pot Cabbage Rolls
Savor the comforting flavors of home with this easy and flavorful Mock Crock Pot Cabbage Rolls recipe. Perfect for busy weeknights, this deconstructed version of classic stuffed cabbage rolls combines tender layers of seasoned ground beef (or turkey), hearty cooked rice, and soft, slow-cooked cabbage, all simmered in a rich tomato-based sauce infused with garlic, herbs, and a hint of Worcestershire for depth. Made effortlessly in the slow cooker, this recipe requires minimal prep and delivers a hearty, family-friendly meal with just 15 minutes of hands-on time. Garnished with fresh parsley, this dish is a wholesome, one-pot wonder that’s ideal for feeding a crowd, reheating for leftovers, or freezing for meal prep. Keywords: easy cabbage rolls, Crock Pot cabbage rolls, deconstructed cabbage rolls, slow cooker recipes, comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground beef (or ground turkey for a lighter option)
- 1 cup Cooked white or brown rice
- 1 medium head Cabbage, roughly chopped
- 1 medium Onion, diced
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 28 ounces Crushed tomatoes
- 8 ounces Tomato sauce
- 1 cup Beef or vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Add the minced garlic and ground beef (or turkey) to the skillet. Cook until the meat is browned and fully cooked, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Drain any excess fat if necessary.
In a large slow cooker, layer the bottom with half of the chopped cabbage.
Add the browned meat mixture on top of the cabbage layer.
Sprinkle the cooked rice evenly over the meat layer.
Top with the remaining half of the chopped cabbage.
In a mixing bowl, combine the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, broth, Worcestershire sauce, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
Pour the tomato mixture evenly into the slow cooker over the cabbage layers.
Cover the slow cooker and set it to cook on LOW for 4-5 hours or on HIGH for 2-3 hours, until the cabbage is tender and flavors are well combined.
Stir gently before serving, ensuring everything is evenly incorporated.
Serve warm, garnished with chopped parsley for a touch of freshness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2038 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 112.2 g | 144% | |
| Saturated Fat | 39.3 g | 196% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 363 mg | 121% | |
| Sodium | 4268 mg | 186% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 163.8 g | 60% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 34.9 g | 125% | |
| Total Sugars | 59.0 g | ||
| Protein | 104.1 g | 208% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 668 mg | 51% | |
| Iron | 24.2 mg | 134% | |
| Potassium | 4938 mg | 105% | |
*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.
