Cabbage roll skillet is a quick and easy way to enjoy theflavors of traditional cabbage rolls without the hassle of rolling each individual leaf. Here’s a simple recipe for making cabbage roll skillet:
Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef (you can also use ground turkey or pork)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups green cabbage, thinly sliced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese (optional)
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions:
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Break it up into crumbles as it cooks. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Add the chopped onion to the skillet and sauté until it becomes translucent, about 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the sliced cabbage to the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until the cabbage is wilted and tender.
- Pour in the diced tomatoes (with their juices) and tomato sauce. Mix well.
- Sprinkle the paprika, dried oregano, salt, and pepper over the mixture. Stir to combine.
- Add the cooked rice to the skillet and stir to incorporate it with the other ingredients.
- If using cheese, sprinkle the shredded cheese over the top of the mixture.
- Cover the skillet with a lid or aluminum foil and let it simmer for about 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove the lid and let the skillet cook for an additional 5-10 minutes to allow any excess liquid to evaporate and the flavors to meld.
- Once the cabbage roll skillet is cooked and the cheese is melted, remove from heat.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
- Serve the cabbage roll skillet hot as a complete meal or with a side salad.
This cabbage roll skillet is a hearty and comforting dish that captures the essence of traditional cabbage rolls in a more convenient format. It’s a perfect option for a weeknight dinner or whenever you’re craving those classic flavors without all the work.
