Cabbage Rolls (Holubtsi)

Updated at: Thu, 17 Aug 2023 11:30:23 GMT

Step 1

(Optional) Freeze cabbage overnight and remove at least 6 hours before you want to make the cabbage rolls.

Step 2

Simmer cabbage in salted water until the cabbage becomes soft. (Approx 15-20 mins).

Step 3

Remove and let cabbage cool until able to touch with hands. Remove leaves carefully and use a pairing knife to remove the hard core of each leaf. Set aside

Step 4

To start filling, dice onion and mince garlic and sauté on medium low heat with olive oil until softened (5-7 mins). Set aside to cool. Mix beef, pork, and rice in a large bowl and add onion/garlic mixture. To a separate small bowl, add breadcrumbs and milk and allow to sit for 3 mins. Add the breadcrumb mixture as well as the rest of the ingredients to the rice/meat.

Step 5

To make the sauce, dice up onion, carrot, bell pepper, and celery. Saute on medium heat until softened. Add seasoning, salt & pepper, and tomato paste. Cook out tomato paste for a few minutes until darkened. Add crushed tomatoes and tomato juice and simmer for 20 minutes.

Step 6

Add mixture to a blender, and blend until smooth. Add a thin layer of sauce to the bottom of the roasting dish you're using.

Step 7

To make your cabbage rolls, lay out a leaf and add desired amount of filling and and roll tightly by bringing in both sides. Tuck in each end.

Step 8

Layer cabbage rolls on your roast pan and top with remaining sauce. Cover pan tightly with tin foil.

Step 9

Bake cabbage rolls in a 375 F oven for 2 hours. The sauce should be bubbling and the cabbage should be soft.

Step 10

Serve with fresh dill and sour cream and enjoy :)

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