This hearty and comforting soup captures the flavors of traditional Polish stuffed cabbage rolls in a convenient and delicious one-pot meal.
Ingredients
For the Soup Base:
1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
1 medium onion, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 lb (450 g) ground beef or pork (or a mix)
1/2 cup uncooked white rice
4 cups (1 liter) beef or chicken broth
4 cups green cabbage, chopped
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, with juice
1 can (6 oz) tomato paste
1 teaspoon dried dill (optional, for authentic flavor)
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
Salt and black pepper to taste
Optional Garnish:
Fresh parsley, chopped
A dollop of sour cream
Instructions
Sauté the Aromatics
Heat olive oil or butter in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
Brown the Meat
Add the ground beef or pork to the pot and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon as it cooks. Season lightly with salt and black pepper.
Add the Cabbage and Tomatoes
