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Hungarian Cabbage Rolls

Hungarian Cabbage Rolls: 12 Irresistible Bites of Comfort Food Heaven

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Traditional Hungarian cabbage rolls made with ground pork, rice, and sauerkraut, rolled in tender cabbage leaves and baked to perfection.

  • Total Time: 120 minutes
  • Yield: 10-12 rolls 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground pork
  • 1 head green cabbage
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup finely chopped yellow onion
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 cup cooked white rice
  • 2 tablespoons paprika
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 cups sauerkraut, drained
  • ¼ cup tomato paste
  • 1 ¾ cups water

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  2. Prepare an ice water bath and bring a large pot of water to a boil.
  3. Simmer the cabbage for 8 minutes, then cool in ice water.
  4. Remove 10-12 leaves, trim the stalks, and set aside.
  5. Heat oil in a pot, sauté onions until tender, then add garlic, rice, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  6. Split the mixture in half.
  7. Mix pork, egg, and half the rice mixture in a bowl.
  8. Combine the remaining rice mixture with sauerkraut and tomato paste.
  9. Layer half the sauerkraut mixture in a Dutch oven.
  10. Fill cabbage leaves with ¼ cup meat mixture, roll tightly, and place in the pot.
  11. Top with remaining sauerkraut, add water, cover, and bake for 60-90 minutes.
  12. Serve hot.

Notes

  • Use fresh cabbage for easier rolling.
  • Adjust paprika for preferred spice level.
  • Drain sauerkraut well to avoid excess moisture.
  • Cook until meat reaches 160°F for safety.
  • Author: Livia Reed
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 90 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Hungarian
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 roll
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 16g
  • Cholesterol: 65mg