- Prep
- 20 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Total time
- 50 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- EASY
- Calories
- 400 kcal
Quick summary
“Delicious stuffed cabbage roll recipe, tasty and quick to prepare. A great option for easy, healthy meals.”
What you need to know
- Easy to prepare and quick to cook.
- Ingredients easily found at home.
- Irresistibly tasty result.
- Filling variations to diversify meals.
- Au gratin cheese tip to give a special touch.
Ingredients
Main
- 1 head of cabbage
- 500g of ground beef
- 1 chopped onion
- 2 tomates picados
- 1/2 cup cooked rice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Grated cheese for gratin
Instructions
Principal
- Start by cooking the cabbage head in boiling water for about 10 minutes, until the leaves are tender.
- Meanwhile, in a pan, heat the olive oil and sauté the onion until transparent.
- Add the ground beef and cook until browned, stirring constantly.
- Add the chopped tomatoes and the cooked rice, mix well, and season with salt and pepper.
- Remove the leaves from the cabbage and start filling them with the meat and rice mixture.
- Roll the leaves tightly and place them in a greased baking dish.
- Sprinkle grated cheese on top.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180 degrees for 25 minutes, until the cheese is gratinated.
Chef's tips
- Use cooked rice to add more flavor.
- Mix spices according to personal preferences.
- Reserve the cabbage leaves to stuff the balls.
Variations
- Add fresh herbs to the filling to give an extra touch of flavor.
- Use cooked beans instead of rice.
- Replace part of the meat with cooked vegetables.
Substitutions
- Replace onion with black pepper to add more flavor.
- Use parmesan cheese instead of grated.
- Replace tomatoes with red bell pepper for color.
How to store
- Should be consumed the next day.
- The excess can be kept at room temperature for up to 2 days.
Can it be frozen?
- Não pode ser congelada.
- To freeze, the balls can be filled on a tray and thawed for cooking.
What to serve with
- Lemon juice and black pepper to season individually.
- Fresh green leaf salad.
- Chilled passion fruit juice.
Frequently asked questions
How would I defrost the recipe?
Thaw the balls at room temperature and cook them as if it were the normal recipe.
Can I use grated cheese instead of au gratin cheese?
Yes, grated cheese can be used, but it will not gratinate.
Can I add more tomatoes to the filling?
Yes, you can add more tomatoes, but remember that more tomatoes can increase the cooking time.
How can I substitute the rice?
You can replace the rice with beans, but this may alter the flavor and consistency of the recipe.
How can I add more flavor to the filling?
Add fresh herbs to the filling or replace part of the meat with cooked vegetables.
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