Kitchen Equipment Needed
Before we dive into the recipe, let’s ensure you have all the necessary kitchen tools to create perfect stuffed cabbage rolls:
- Large Pot: For blanching cabbage leaves.
- Sharp Knife: To core the cabbage and chop ingredients.
- Cutting Board: A stable surface for preparation.
- Mixing Bowls: To combine filling ingredients.
- Large Baking Dish or Casserole Dish: For baking the stuffed cabbage rolls.
- Spoon or Tongs: To handle hot cabbage leaves.
- Aluminum Foil: To cover the baking dish while cooking.
Ingredients for Stuffed Cabbage Rolls
Here are the ingredients you’ll need to make delicious stuffed cabbage rolls:
For the Cabbage Rolls:
- 1 Large Head of Cabbage: Preferably green cabbage, for wrapping the filling.
- 1 Pound Ground Beef (or Pork, Turkey, or Chicken): For the filling, you can choose your preferred meat or a combination.
- 1 Cup Cooked Rice: Adds texture and bulk to the filling.
- 1 Medium Onion, Finely Chopped: For flavor and aroma.
- 2 Cloves Garlic, Minced: Adds depth to the filling.
- 1 Egg: Helps bind the filling ingredients.
- 1 Teaspoon Salt: For seasoning.
- ½ Teaspoon Black Pepper: For a mild kick.
- 1 Teaspoon Paprika: Adds color and flavor.
- 2 Tablespoons Fresh Parsley, Chopped: For garnish and flavor.
For the Tomato Sauce:
- 2 Cups Tomato Sauce or Crushed Tomatoes: Forms the base of the sauce.
- 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil: For sautéing the onions.
- 1 Medium Onion, Finely Chopped: Adds sweetness and flavor to the sauce.
- 1 Tablespoon Sugar: Balances the acidity of the tomatoes.
- 1 Teaspoon Dried Oregano: For a hint of herbaceous flavor.
- 1 Teaspoon Dried Basil: Complements the tomato sauce.
- Salt and Pepper to Taste: For seasoning.
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