Cantabrian Style Stuffed Cabbage Rolls (Rollitos de Col Rellenos a la Cántabra)

Rollitos de Col Rellenos a la Cántabra, or Cantabrian Style Stuffed Cabbage Rolls, are a traditional dish from the Cantabria region of Spain. This hearty and flavorful recipe features tender cabbage leaves filled with a savory mixture of ground meat, rice, and aromatic spices, all simmered in a rich tomato sauce. It's a comforting and satisfying dish that's perfect for a cozy family dinner or a special gathering.

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Cantabrian Style Stuffed Cabbage Rolls (Rollitos de Col Rellenos a la Cántabra)

Ingredients

  • 1 head of cabbage
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup uncooked rice
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups tomato sauce
  • 2 cups beef broth

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Carefully remove the outer leaves of the cabbage and blanch them in the boiling water for 2-3 minutes, or until they are pliable. Remove and set aside to cool.
  2. In a bowl, mix together the ground beef, chopped onion, uncooked rice, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  3. Place a spoonful of the meat mixture onto each cabbage leaf and roll them up, tucking in the sides to enclose the filling.
  4. In a large pot, combine the tomato sauce and beef broth. Place the cabbage rolls in the pot, cover, and simmer over low heat for 1 hour, or until the cabbage is tender and the filling is cooked through.
  5. Serve the stuffed cabbage rolls hot, spooning some of the tomato sauce over the top.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
30 minutes
Cooking time:
1 hour
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Protein
20g
Carbohydrates
30g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Large pot Bowl Knife Cutting board Large pot for cooking

Tools

Spoon Tongs Cooking twine (optional)

Serving suggestions

Serve the Rollitos de Col Rellenos with a side of crusty bread and a simple green salad for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For a vegetarian version, substitute the ground beef with cooked lentils and finely chopped vegetables.

Cost

$15