Cabbage rolls in the oven

Cookinero 30 Mar 2025

Cabbage rolls with rice, or as they are also called, classic, are usually stewed. You can bypass the generally accepted method of preparation, enhancing the taste and juiciness of the dish by baking. The side dish recipe is not complicated, the main thing is to follow the step-by-step plan on how to cook cabbage rolls with minced meat and rice in the oven.

How to cook Cabbage rolls in the oven

Step 1

Cabbage rolls in the oven

Prepare the frying and sauce. Place the onion and grated carrot in a hot frying pan with vegetable oil. Sauté the vegetables until they become soft. Put half of the cooked vegetables in a separate bowl, and add tomato paste and sour cream to the other half, as well as spices. Simmer the vegetables in the sauce for another 7-10 minutes.

Step 2

Cabbage rolls in the oven

Prepare the stuffing for the cabbage rolls. In a deep bowl, combine the minced meat, reserved cooked vegetables, rice, and chopped parsley. Salt, pepper, add spices, and press the garlic. Mix thoroughly.

Step 3

Cabbage rolls in the oven

Stuff the cabbage rolls. Line a baking tray with several steamed cabbage leaves. Then, on the table, put the filling into individual cabbage leaves and roll them into cakes.

Step 4

Cabbage rolls in the oven

Bake the base. Place the stuffed cabbage rolls tightly next to each other on a baking sheet lined with cabbage leaves. Pour in salted water until it covers the cabbage rolls by 2/3. Sprinkle randomly with allspice and throw in a couple of bay leaves. Put the cabbage rolls in the oven, preheated to 180 degrees, for 60 minutes. After an hour, take the cabbage rolls out. Pour the prepared sauce over them. Cover with foil on top and put them back in the oven for another 30 minutes.

Cabbage rolls in the oven - FAQ About Ingredients, Baking Time and Storage

Absolutely! Replace the minced meat with cooked lentils, quinoa, or a plant-based ground meat substitute for a delicious vegetarian version. Adjust spices to taste.
Store leftover cabbage rolls in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days in the refrigerator. Ensure they cool completely before storing.
Yes, cabbage rolls freeze well! Assemble and bake them as directed, then cool completely. Freeze in a sealed container for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
Reheat cabbage rolls in a covered baking dish at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes or microwave individual portions with a splash of water to prevent drying out.
Savoy cabbage or large kale leaves work well as substitutes. Blanch them first to soften for easier rolling.
Replace rice with riced cauliflower or finely chopped mushrooms to reduce carbs while keeping the filling hearty and flavorful.
Ensure leaves are properly softened (blanched) and tightly rolled. Packing them snugly in the baking dish also helps hold their shape.
Serve with sour cream, crusty bread, or a crisp green salad. Mashed potatoes or roasted veggies also complement the dish nicely.

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