Stuffed cabbage is a classic dish that combines the freshness of cabbage with the rich, comforting flavor of a seasoned meat and rice mixture.

In this article I will show you the most practical method for cutting and preparing stuffed cabbage, ensuring that each step is easy to follow and that the result is a delicious dish that will delight your loved ones.

Ingredients needed

Before we dive into the preparation process, make sure you have all the ingredients needed for this recipe on hand:

• 1 large cabbage
• 500 grams of minced meat
• 1 glass of rice (120 g)
• 1/2 bunch of parsley
• 1 onion
• 5 grams of black pepper
• 7 grams of paprika
• 8 grams of salt
• 1 clove garlic
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste (10 g)
• 80 milliliters of olive oil
• 2 teaspoons tomato paste (10 g)
• 5 tablespoons sunflower oil

Step by step preparation method

1. Cut the cabbage

First, you need to prepare the cabbage by cutting it the right way:

1.1 Divide the cabbage

Take a large cabbage and cut it into three equal parts lengthwise.

1.2 Cut the leaves

Next, cut the cabbage as shown in the instructions. Make sure the leaves come out the same size and remove the cut parts.

2. Prepare the cabbage leaves

Once the cabbage is cut, we proceed to prepare the leaves for the filling:

2.1 Soften the leaves

In a bowl of boiling water, squeeze a lemon and immerse the cabbage leaves. Let them soften and then remove them from the water to cool.

3. Prepare the filling

Now it’s time to prepare the delicious filling that will give flavor to the dish:

3.1 Mix the ingredients

In a large bowl, mix the minced meat, rice, chopped parsley, finely chopped onion, black pepper, paprika, crushed garlic, tomato paste and olive oil. Mix all ingredients well until combined.

4. Stuff the cabbage leaves

Once the filling is ready, we proceed to stuff the cabbage leaves:

4.1 Rolling the Rolls

Place a cabbage leaf on a flat surface and add a teaspoon of filling to the center. Roll the cabbage leaf, first folding the sides and then rolling it tightly.

5. Cook the rolls

Once the rolls are ready, it’s time to cook them:

5.1 Prepare the Sauce

In a frying pan, heat vegetable oil and add the tomato paste. Fry the pasta and then add salt and water. Let the sauce boil.

5.2 Cook the rolls

Place the cabbage rolls in the sauce and sprinkle bay leaves on top. Cover the pan and let the rolls cook over moderate heat.

Stuffed cabbage is a traditional dish that may seem complicated to prepare, but with this convenient method, cutting and preparing the cabbage will be a piece of cake. Follow these simple steps and enjoy a delicious and comforting dish that will surely be a hit on your table.