- 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
- 1½ lbs (680g) ground beef (85/15 for best flavor)
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups (about ½ large head) green cabbage, chopped
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes (with juices)
- 1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce
- 4 cups (950ml) beef broth (low-sodium preferred)
- ½ cup (100g) uncooked long-grain white rice (or parboiled)
- 2 tbsp brown sugar (balances acidity key for authenticity!)
- 2 tsp dried parsley
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Optional:
- Bay leaf
- Pinch of red pepper flakes
- Fresh dill at serving
💡 Pro Tips:
- Don’t pre-cook the rice it cooks perfectly in the broth.
- Use regular white rice not instant or wild rice (they’ll turn mushy).
- Brown the beef well deepens flavor significantly.
Step-by-Step Instructions (Savory, Hearty, Foolproof)
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