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Halupki

Cultural Context

Halupki, or stuffed cabbage rolls, has roots in Eastern European cuisine, particularly in Poland and Ukraine. Traditionally prepared for family gatherings and holidays, this dish symbolizes warmth and hospitality. Each family may have its own variation, with different fillings and sauces, making it a beloved comfort food that has transcended borders, appearing in various forms across the globe.

PolishPLmain
90 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 medium head cabbage
1 lb ground beef
1 cup rice
1 medium onion
3 cloves garlic
2 cups tomato sauce
2 tablespoons paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup parsley
1 cup carrots, diced
1 cup celery, diced
2 cups beef broth
2 bay leaves
1 cup sour cream

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground pork is often less expensive.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: creme fraiche

Greek yogurt provides creaminess with fewer calories.

tomato sauce

🥗Healthier: homemade tomato sauce

💰Cheaper: canned tomatoes

Homemade sauce can be fresher and cheaper with canned tomatoes.

beef broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth is lighter and can be made from scraps.

1

Bring a large pot of water to a boil.

2

Remove the core from the cabbage and carefully peel off leaves.

3

Blanch cabbage leaves in boiling water until tender, about 2-3 minutes.

4

In a skillet, sauté onion and garlic until translucent, about 5 minutes.

5

In a bowl, combine ground beef, cooked rice, sautéed onion, garlic, paprika, salt, pepper, and chopped parsley.

6

Place a spoonful of filling on each cabbage leaf and roll tightly, tucking in the sides.

7

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

8

Spread a layer of tomato sauce in a baking dish.

9

Arrange the cabbage rolls seam-side down in the dish.

10

Pour remaining tomato sauce over the rolls and add bay leaves.

11

Cover with foil and bake for 1 hour.

12

Remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes to brown the top.

13

Serve hot with a dollop of sour cream.

Cooking Techniques

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Spice Level:

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Allergens

gluten

Also Known As

Stuffed Cabbage RollsGolumpkiCabbage Rolls

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