Leonese-style Stuffed Cabbage Rolls (Rollitos de Col Rellenos a la Leonés)

Rollitos de Col Rellenos a la Leonés, or Leonese-style Stuffed Cabbage Rolls, are a traditional dish from the region of León in Spain. These delicious cabbage rolls are filled with a savory mixture of ground meat, rice, and aromatic spices, then simmered in a rich tomato sauce until tender and flavorful.

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Leonese-style Stuffed Cabbage Rolls (Rollitos de Col Rellenos a la Leonés)

Ingredients

  • 1 head of cabbage
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1/2 cup uncooked rice
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
  • 2 cups beef or vegetable broth
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

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 the ground beef, uncooked rice, chopped onion, minced garlic, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  3. Place a spoonful of the meat mixture onto each cabbage leaf, then roll them up, tucking in the sides to enclose the filling.
  4. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the stuffed cabbage rolls and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until lightly browned.
  5. Pour in the crushed tomatoes and beef or vegetable broth. Bring to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook for 1 hour, or until the cabbage rolls are tender and the filling is cooked through.
  6. Serve the Leonese-style 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
300 per serving
Protein
15g
Carbohydrates
25g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Large pot Bowl Large pot or Dutch oven

Tools

Knife Cutting board Spoon Tongs

Serving suggestions

These delicious cabbage rolls can be served with a side of crusty bread and a simple green salad.

Tips & tricks

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

Cost

$15