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Unstuffed Cabbage Roll

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Unstuffed cabbage roll is a comforting one-pot dish that delivers all the flavors of classic cabbage rolls without the effort of rolling. Made with seasoned ground beef, cabbage, and a savory tomato sauce, it’s hearty, budget-friendly, and perfect for busy weeknights.

  • Author: Tina
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: One-Pot
  • Cuisine: Eastern European
  • Diet: Halal

Ingredients

2 pounds ground beef

1 large onion, chopped

1 small head cabbage, chopped

2 (14.5-ounce) cans diced tomatoes

1 (8-ounce) can tomato sauce

1/2 cup water

2 cloves garlic, minced

2 teaspoons salt

1 teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. Heat a Dutch oven or large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir ground beef and onion until browned and crumbly, about 5 to 7 minutes. Drain excess grease.
  2. Add chopped cabbage, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, water, garlic, salt, and pepper. Stir well and bring to a boil.
  3. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for about 30 minutes, or until the cabbage is tender.
  4. Serve hot, optionally over rice.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add a splash of Worcestershire sauce or paprika.
  • Use lean ground beef or substitute with turkey for a lighter option.
  • Stir in pre-cooked rice or quinoa to make it heartier.
  • Freezes well—perfect for batch cooking.

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