Instructions:
Prepare the cabbage:
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Carefully remove the core of the cabbage and place the whole head in the boiling water. Cook for about 5 to 7 minutes, until the leaves are tender. Remove the cabbage and let it cool. Once cooled, carefully separate the leaves.
Cook the beef:
In a large skillet, heat a little olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic and sauté until softened.
Add the ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until browned and cooked through. Drain off any excess fat, if necessary.
Add other ingredients:
Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, cooked rice (if using), Worcestershire sauce, paprika, salt, and pepper. Simmer for about 5 minutes, until heated through.
Stuffing the cabbage:
Take a cabbage leaf and place a generous spoonful of the beef mixture at the base of the leaf. Roll it up tightly, tucking in the sides. Repeat until all the filling is used.
Cooking the rolls:
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