Golubtsy (tangy Cabbage Rolls)

Golubtsy, also known as Tangy Cabbage Rolls, are a traditional dish in Tatar cuisine. These delicious rolls are made with a flavorful filling wrapped in tender cabbage leaves and simmered in a tangy tomato sauce.

Golubtsy (tangy Cabbage Rolls)

Ingredients

  • 1 large head of cabbage
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 cup cooked rice
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
  • 2 tablespoons vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar

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 5-7 minutes, or until the outer leaves are softened. Remove the cabbage from the water and carefully peel off the softened leaves. Set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, cooked rice, chopped onion, egg, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
  3. Place a spoonful of the beef mixture onto each cabbage leaf. Roll the leaf, tucking in the sides, to create a neat roll. Repeat with the remaining leaves and filling.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix together the tomato sauce, vinegar, and brown sugar to create the tangy sauce.
  5. Place the cabbage rolls in a large pot and pour the tangy sauce over them. Cover the pot and simmer over low heat for 1 hour, or until the cabbage rolls are tender and the filling is cooked through.

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
Carbohydrates
25g
Protein
15g
Fat
12g

Supplies

Large pot Knife Bowl Large pot for simmering

Tools

Spoon Tongs

Serving suggestions

Serve the Golubtsy hot, accompanied by a dollop of sour cream and a side of mashed potatoes.

Tips & tricks

For a vegetarian version, substitute the ground beef with a mixture of cooked lentils and mushrooms.

Cost

$15