Stuffed Cabbage

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The Easiest Stuffed Cabbage, Another Name, Unrolled Cabbage

There is a classic dish called “Roll Cabbage.” Another name in English, I believe, is “Stuffed Cabbage.” It’s also a western-inspired Japanese dish, bringing together the hearty meatloaf and the comforting essence of cabbage leaves, all simmered in a tomato sauce. This dish is known for its warm and cozy taste in the winter at home.

Now, good news for those who are busy during the weekdays. This recipe does not require boiling each cabbage leaf, nor rolling each piece with the meatloaf. Check out this easiest process to make the hearty dish for your dinner.

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RECIPE

Servings: 4-5

Time: 60 min

Ingredients:

• 1 whole cabbage

• 1/2 lb ground beef

• 1/2 pc onion

• salt and pepper

• 1 pc egg

• 2 cubes consomme broth

• 2 cloves garlic

• 1 can tomato sauce

Instructions:

1. Begin by cutting the cabbage in half and carefully removing the middle leaves. Leave 3-4 leaves as it will be to hold the meatloaf.

2. Chop the onion and mix it with ground beef, adding salt, pepper, and an egg.

3. Take half of the portion of the meat mixture and stuff it into the cabbage leaves, creating a delicious meatloaf. Do the rest of meat for another half of the cabbage leaves.

4. In a pot, combine tomato sauce, consomme cubes, and sliced garlic. Place the cabbage meatloaf into the pot.

5. Set the heat to low and let it simmer for 50 minutes with the lid on, allowing the flavors to meld.

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What is Japanese Roll Cabbage?

In Japanese culinary, "Roll Cabbage" is known as "Rōru Kyabetsu" (ロールキャベツ) or simply "Kyabetsu Rōru" (キャベツロール). It is a popular dish that involves rolling ground meat along in cabbage leaves. The rolled cabbage is then simmered in a flavorful broth or sauce, often with tomatoes.

The dish is a fusion of Japanese and Western culinary elements, reflecting the influence of Western cooking techniques on Japanese cuisine. It is considered a comforting and homey dish, enjoyed especially during colder seasons. The preparation may vary slightly, with different regions or households having their own variations of ingredients and seasonings.

How to Enjoy the Unrolled Cabbage:

Here are some suggestions to complement the flavors of the dish -

1. Steamed rice or mashed potatoes: Serve your rolled cabbage over a bed of steamed rice or alongside creamy mashed potatoes. The starchiness of these sides complements the savory flavors of the cabbage and meat.

2. Garlic bread or baguette: Enjoy your rolled cabbage with a side of garlic bread or crusty baguette. The bread can be used to soak up the delicious tomato sauce from the rolled cabbage.