Steamed Irish Cabbage Rolls

How to Make Steamed Irish Cabbage Rolls at Home

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Ingredients

• 12 leaves cabbage leaves
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 cup rice
• 1 medium onion
• 1 cup tomato sauce
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 tablespoons parsley

Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the cabbage by bringing a large pot of salted water to a boil. Carefully add the cabbage leaves and blanch for 2-3 minutes until softened. Remove and set aside.

2. 2

   In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing for 5 minutes until translucent.

3. 3

   In a bowl, combine the ground beef, cooked rice, sautéed onion and garlic, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Mix well until all ingredients are incorporated.

4. 4

   Take a cabbage leaf and place about 2-3 tablespoons of the meat mixture at the base. Roll the leaf tightly, tucking in the sides as you go. Repeat with remaining leaves and filling.

5. 5

   Place the rolled cabbage in a steamer basket and pour the tomato sauce over the top. Cover and steam over simmering water for 30 minutes.

6. 6

   Once cooked, remove from the steamer and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.