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Unwrapped cabbage rolls: Easy twist on a classic

Stuffed cabbage rolls have been a classic, immensely popular among generations for years. Although traditional stuffed cabbage rolls are not difficult to prepare, wrapping them takes a lot of time. Since I discovered this recipe, I have always made this dinner. The family doesn't complain, and requests for seconds never cease.

Unstuffed cabbage rolls - Delicacies
Unstuffed cabbage rolls - Delicacies
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9:21 PM EDT, July 23, 2024

I love stuffed cabbage rolls, but preparing them often means standing in the kitchen for half a day. However, this doesn't mean you must give up your favorite dishes; you must opt for a smart solution and prepare unwrapped stuffed cabbage rolls. They look like small cutlets but taste much better than ordinary ground meat patties. Once you cut them open, you can immediately see what it's about—there's rice and cabbage, so they are essentially stuffed cabbage rolls.

Unwrapped stuffed cabbage rolls with young cabbage

Unwrapped stuffed cabbage rolls are a great alternative to traditional stuffed cabbage rolls. This recipe is simple and quick, and the result is delightful in flavor and aroma. Young cabbage is a taste of summer. It is delicate, sweet, and full of vitamins, making it perfect for preparing not only summer hunter's stew.

An important part of preparing unwrapped stuffed cabbage rolls is chopping and salting the cabbage. This will make it soft and blend well with the ground meat. Unwrapped stuffed cabbage rolls with young cabbage taste great even when reheated, so they are perfect for meals over several days.

Unwrapped cabbage rolls from the oven. Delicious and much less labor-intensive!
Unwrapped cabbage rolls from the oven. Delicious and much less labor-intensive!© Adobe Stock | 5ph

Ingredients:

  • 2.2 lbs of young cabbage
  • 2.2 lbs of ground pork shoulder
  • 4.6 oz of dry rice
  • One large onion
  • Oil
  • Two eggs
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Ground sweet paprika
  • Tomato puree or passata

Method of preparation:

  1. Grate the cabbage on a coarse grater. Sprinkle with salt and set aside for 15 minutes to let it release juice. Then, squeeze the cabbage to drain the liquid.
  2. Cook the rice in salted water.
  3. Peel the onion, finely chop it, and fry it in hot oil until translucent.
  4. Mix the ground meat, cooked rice, drained cabbage, onion, eggs, and spices in a large bowl.
  5. Form cutlets from the mixture. Fry them in oil until golden brown.
  6. Transfer to an oven-proof dish and cover with tomato puree or passata—they should be almost completely covered.
  7. Bake in an oven preheated to 350°F for 1 hour.

Serve the ready unwrapped stuffed cabbage rolls with young cabbage, tomato sauce, boiled potatoes, bread, or without any sides. Enjoy!

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