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Cabbage Roll Soup

Cabbage Roll Soup
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This Cabbage Roll Soup recipe is a hearty and comforting bowl of warmth, capturing all the cozy flavors of traditional cabbage rolls. It features tender cabbage, savory ground meat, tangy tomatoes, and cooked rice simmered to perfection. Easy to prepare and loaded with wholesome ingredients, it is perfect for chilly days and family meals.

Ingredients

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Proteins

  • 1 pound ground beef or turkey

Vegetables & Aromatics

  • 1 medium green cabbage, chopped into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 medium onion, minced
  • 2–3 cloves garlic, minced

Liquids & Tomatoes

  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes with juices (or 2 cups fresh chopped tomatoes)
  • 4 cups beef broth or stock (gluten-free if needed)

Grains

  • 1 cup cooked white rice (can substitute quinoa, barley, or cauliflower rice)

Fat for cooking

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter

Seasonings

  • 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

Instructions

  1. Prepare your ingredients: Chop the green cabbage into bite-sized pieces, mince the garlic and onion, and measure out your rice, seasonings, and liquids to ensure a smooth cooking process.
  2. Brown the meat: Heat olive oil or butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add the ground beef or turkey and cook until browned and no longer pink, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon for even cooking.
  3. Sauté aromatics: Add the chopped onion and garlic to the browned meat and stir frequently until they become translucent and fragrant, about 3 to 5 minutes.
  4. Add cabbage and seasoning: Stir in the chopped cabbage along with salt, pepper, paprika, and thyme. Cook for another 5 minutes to slightly soften the cabbage.
  5. Pour in tomatoes and broth: Add the diced tomatoes with their juices, tomato sauce, and beef broth to the pot. Stir well and bring the soup to a boil.
  6. Simmer: Reduce heat to low and let the soup simmer uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes, allowing flavors to blend and cabbage to become tender.
  7. Add cooked rice and finish: Stir in the cooked rice just before serving and heat through for a few minutes so the rice absorbs some broth.

Notes

  • Brown the meat well to add depth and a rich flavor base.
  • Don’t skip the simmer time to let flavors develop fully and tenderize the cabbage.
  • Use fresh cabbage when possible for the best texture and flavor.
  • Cook rice separately to avoid mushiness and ensure better texture.
  • Season gradually and taste as you go to achieve balanced flavors.

Nutrition

Keywords: cabbage roll soup, comfort food, ground beef soup, healthy soup, gluten-free soup

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