Polish Stuffed Cabbage Rolls (Golabki / Golumkies /

Name: Polish Stuffed Cabbage Rolls (Golabki / Golumkies / Golumpkis)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 large cabbage leaves; 1 18 lbs ground elk or 1 18 lbs ground beef; 18 lb pork sausage or 18 lb ground pork; ½ cup rice, cooked with; 1 tablespoon butter (1 cup rice when cooked); 1 egg; ⅓ cup milk; 1 teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon pepper; ½ teaspoon sweet basil; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 tablespoon paprika; 1 ½ tablespoons onions, grated; 1 ½ tablespoons celery, diced; ¼ cup shredded carrot; ½ cup cabbage, shredded; 2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce; 1 tablespoon brown sugar

Servings: persons

12 large cabbage leaves
1 18 lbs ground elk or 1 18 lbs ground beef
18 lb pork sausage or 18 lb ground pork
½ cup rice, cooked with
1 tablespoon butter (1 cup rice when cooked)
1 egg
⅓ cup milk
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
½ teaspoon sweet basil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon paprika
1 ½ tablespoons onions, grated
1 ½ tablespoons celery, diced
¼ cup shredded carrot
½ cup cabbage, shredded
2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce
1 tablespoon brown sugar

1
Cut 12 large leaves off of cabbage head, cover leaves with boiling water, let stand until leaves are limp (2-3 minutes); then drain OR core cabbage head, and boil cabbage until leaves are tender enough to remove easily (10-15 minutes), very carefully remove 12 large leaves (You may have to peel the outer layers first and then return the cabbage to cook and continue peeling the leaves until all are done); then drain.
2
Mix beef, pork, rice, egg, milk, seasonings, and vegetables.
3
Preheat oven to 350F.
4
Put 1-4 tablespoons (depending on size of leaf) of meat mixture in center of each leaf; tuck in sides and roll to cover meat (I roll any leftover filling into meatballs and cook them with the cabbage rolls).
5
Place, seam side down in baking dish.
6
Mix tomato sauce with the sugar; pour over rolls.
7
Cover and bake for 45-60 minutes.

5634

kcal

Calories

440

Fat

Carbs

379

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 large cabbage leaves, 1 18 lbs ground elk or 1 18 lbs ground beef, 18 lb pork sausage or 18 lb ground pork, ½ cup rice, cooked with, and more.

Yes, Polish Stuffed Cabbage Rolls (Golabki / Golumkies / Golumpkis) falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Polish Stuffed Cabbage Rolls (Golabki / Golumkies / Golumpkis)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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