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Polish Unstuffed Cabbage Rolls

Cultural Context

Originating from Poland, Gołąbki (cabbage rolls) are a beloved comfort food often made with ground meat and rice wrapped in cabbage leaves. The unstuffed version simplifies preparation while retaining the comforting flavors. Traditionally served during family gatherings or holidays, this dish has become popular in various forms across Eastern Europe, adapting to local tastes and ingredients. Today, it remains a staple in Polish cuisine, enjoyed for its hearty and satisfying nature.

PolishPLmain
60 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 small to medium-sized cabbage
1 onion
1 lb ground beef
1 can diced tomatoes
1/3 jar meat-flavored pasta sauce
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon
salt
pepper

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground pork is often cheaper.

tomato sauce

🥗Healthier: crushed tomatoes

💰Cheaper: canned tomatoes

Crushed tomatoes are lower in sugar, while canned tomatoes are often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while canola oil is typically cheaper.

rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: bulgur

Quinoa is a healthier grain option, while bulgur is often less expensive.

1

Chop the onion roughly, saving scraps for chickens if desired.

2

Heat a pan over medium to medium-high heat and add the chopped onion to cook.

3

Roughly chop the cabbage and add it to the pan with the onions, allowing it to cook down.

4

Add the ground beef to the pan with the cabbage and onions, cooking until browned.

5

Sprinkle in about 1 teaspoon of chicken bouillon for flavor.

6

Add a can of diced tomatoes (do not drain) to the pan and mix well with the other ingredients.

7

Pour in 1/3 of a jar of meat-flavored pasta sauce, adjusting to taste as desired.

8

Let the mixture simmer on the stove until ready to eat.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingboilinglayering

Equipment Needed

panknifecutting boardspoon

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milksoy

Also Known As

Gołąbki bez zawijaniaUnstuffed Cabbage

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