Deconstructed Cabbage Rolls (or Cabbage Stew)

Cabbage rolls are a traditional dish in many cultures, including Eastern European, Middle Eastern, and Asian cuisines. The deconstructed version offers a simpler and more convenient way to enjoy the flavors of cabbage rolls.

This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 90 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 14.

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Deconstructed Cabbage Rolls (or Cabbage Stew)

Cooking Method: Baking, Simmering Cuisine: Eastern European, European Courses: Dinner, Main Course Recipe Keys: High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 60 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr 30 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1400

Best Season: Fall

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 head Cabbage
• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1 large Onion
• 2 clove Garlic
• 1 cup Rice
• 1 can Tomato sauce
• 1 can Diced tomatoes
• 2 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Pepper
• 2 leaf Bay leaves
• 1 cup Sour cream
• 2 tablespoon Fresh parsley

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Remove the core from the cabbage and separate the leaves. Blanch the cabbage leaves in boiling water for 5 minutes, then drain and set aside.
3. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and cook until the onion is translucent.
4. Add the rice, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Stir well to combine.
5. Place a layer of cabbage leaves in the bottom of a baking dish. Spoon half of the meat mixture over the cabbage leaves. Repeat with another layer of cabbage leaves and the remaining meat mixture.
6. Place the bay leaves on top and cover the baking dish with aluminum foil. Bake for 45 minutes.
7. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes.
8. Let the dish rest for 10 minutes before serving.
9. Serve with a dollop of sour cream and garnish with fresh parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 50g17%

Sugars 10g

Protein 15g30%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.