Golubtsy (stuffed Cabbage Rolls)

Golubtsy, also known as stuffed cabbage rolls, is a traditional dish in Mordovian cuisine. These delicious rolls are made by wrapping seasoned ground meat and rice in tender cabbage leaves and simmering them in a flavorful tomato sauce.

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Golubtsy (stuffed Cabbage Rolls)

Ingredients

  • 1 large head of cabbage
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1/2 cup uncooked rice
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

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 3-4 minutes, then carefully remove the softened outer leaves. Repeat until you have about 12 large leaves. Set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, rice, onion, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
  3. Place a spoonful of the meat mixture onto the center of each cabbage leaf. Roll the leaf, tucking in the sides, to form a tight roll.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix together the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, brown sugar, and lemon juice.
  5. Place the cabbage rolls in a large pot or Dutch oven. Pour the tomato mixture over the rolls, covering them completely.
  6. Cover the pot and simmer over low heat for 1 hour, or until the cabbage is tender and the meat is fully cooked.
  7. Serve the golubtsy hot, spooning 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
300 per serving
Protein
15g
Carbohydrates
25g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Large pot Knife Bowl Large pot or Dutch oven

Tools

Spoon Tongs Cooking thermometer

Serving suggestions

Serve golubtsy with a dollop of sour cream and a side of mashed potatoes for a comforting meal.

Tips & tricks

To make the cabbage leaves easier to roll, you can also freeze the whole head of cabbage for a few days before cooking. This will soften the leaves and make them more pliable.

Cost

$15