Description
Experience the comforting flavors of traditional stuffed cabbage rolls without the hassle! This Unstuffed Cabbage Rolls Recipe combines tender ground beef, fluffy rice, and vibrant cabbage smothered in rich tomato sauce—all cooked in one pot for an effortless meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this dish is both hearty and satisfying, ensuring everyone at the table leaves happy. With a preparation time of just 30 minutes, you can whip up this delicious comfort food that’s sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons oil (divided)
- 1 small sweet onion (finely diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (crushed)
- 1 pound ground beef (or turkey)
- 7–8 cups cabbage (shredded)
- 15 ounces crushed tomatoes (canned)
- 8 ounces tomato sauce (canned)
- 1 cup cooked rice (white or brown)
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon sugar (optional)
- 1 ½ teaspoons salt (to taste)
- ½ teaspoon black pepper (to taste)
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon oregano (dried)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (finely chopped)
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté the onion for 3-4 minutes; add garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
- Add ground beef to the skillet, cooking until no longer pink (5-6 minutes). Mash with a potato masher for texture and drain excess fat.
- Stir in shredded cabbage with another tablespoon of oil; sauté until softened (about 3-4 minutes).
- Combine crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, cooked rice, Worcestershire sauce, and seasonings. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer uncovered for about 10-12 minutes.
- Serve warm with chopped parsley on top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg