These lazy cabbage rolls deliver all the cozy, savory flavor of the classic dish without the fiddly rolling: tender cabbage and seasoned beef baked into golden patties under a creamy tomato sauce. They are hearty, comforting, and perfect for a relaxed weeknight dinner. If you love stuffed dishes, try our Stuffed Bell Peppers and Classic Stuffed Bell Peppers next.
Ingredients
- 1 kg (2.2 lb) ground beef
- 250 g (9 oz) white cabbage
- 1 carrot
- 1 onion
- 100 g (1/2 cup) cooked rice
- 1 egg
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Oil, for the pan
For the sauce:
- 200 g (3/4 cup) sour cream
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 500 ml (2 cups) warm water
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Stew the onion, carrot, and cabbage until soft. Mix with the beef, cooked rice, egg, and remaining ingredients; form into patties.
- Arrange on a baking sheet, pour over the sauce, and bake at 180C (350F) for 40 minutes.
Tips
- Stew the cabbage until truly soft so the patties stay tender and hold together well.
- Season the mixture generously, then taste and adjust before shaping the patties.
- For more cozy weeknight inspiration, browse the recipes at Allrecipes.
Nutrition: per 100 g: 65.4 kcal, protein 5 g, fat 1.7 g, carbs 7.1 g.