Chou Farcis (haitian Style Stuffed Cabbage Rolls)

Chou Farcis, or Haitian Style Stuffed Cabbage Rolls, are a delicious and comforting dish that is popular in Haitian cuisine. This recipe combines flavorful ground meat, rice, and aromatic vegetables, all wrapped in tender cabbage leaves and simmered in a savory tomato sauce. It's a perfect meal for a cozy family dinner or a special occasion.

Dietary Restrictions None Main Course Haitian Stuffed Cabbage Haitian Cuisine
Chou Farcis (haitian Style Stuffed Cabbage Rolls)

Ingredients

  • 1 head of cabbage
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 cup cooked rice
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 bell pepper, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
  • 2 cups beef broth

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Carefully remove the core from the cabbage and place the whole head in the boiling water. Cook for about 5 minutes, or until the outer leaves are softened. Remove the cabbage from the water and carefully peel off the leaves. Set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, cooked rice, onion, garlic, bell pepper, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine.
  3. Place a spoonful of the meat mixture onto each cabbage leaf. Roll up the leaves, tucking in the sides, to form cabbage rolls.
  4. In a large pot, combine the tomato sauce and beef broth. Place the cabbage rolls in the pot, seam side down. Cover and simmer over low heat for 1 hour, or until the cabbage is tender and the filling is cooked through.
  5. Serve the Chou Farcis 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
Carbohydrates
25g
Protein
20g
Fat
18g

Supplies

Large pot Knife Cutting board Large bowl Large pot with lid

Tools

Spoon Tongs

Serving suggestions

Serve the Chou Farcis with a side of steamed vegetables or a fresh green salad.

Tips & tricks

For a vegetarian version, you can substitute the ground beef with cooked lentils or a mix of sautéed mushrooms and quinoa.

Cost

$15