Liechtensteiner Krautwickel
Cabbage Rolls
Savory cabbage leaves stuffed with a mixture of ground meat and rice, simmered in a rich tomato-based sauce. A hearty and comforting dish popular in Liechtenstein.
🧂 Ingredients
- 1 head Large cabbage
- 400 g Ground beef
- 200 g Ground pork
- 150 g Cooked rice
- 1 medium Onion(finely chopped)
- 2 cloves Garlic(minced)
- 1 large Egg
- 50 g Tomato paste
- 400 g Diced tomatoes(canned)
- 500 ml Beef broth
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black pepper
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 2 tbsp Vegetable oil
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
💡 Tip: Ensure oven is fully preheated before baking. - 2
Core the cabbage and carefully remove the outer leaves. Blanch the cabbage in boiling water for 5-10 minutes until the leaves are pliable. Cool and carefully separate the leaves, trimming any thick ribs.
💡 Tip: Be gentle to avoid tearing the leaves. - 3
In a bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, cooked rice, chopped onion, minced garlic, egg, salt, pepper, and paprika. Mix well.
💡 Tip: Do not overmix, as it can make the filling tough. - 4
Place a portion of the filling onto each cabbage leaf and roll them up tightly, tucking in the sides.
💡 Tip: Secure with toothpicks if necessary. - 5
In a large oven-safe pot or Dutch oven, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Brown the cabbage rolls on all sides.
💡 Tip: This step adds depth of flavor. - 6
Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1 minute. Add the diced tomatoes and beef broth. Bring to a simmer.
- 7
Cover the pot and transfer it to the preheated oven. Bake for 1 hour 30 minutes, or until the cabbage is tender and the filling is cooked through.
💡 Tip: Check liquid levels during cooking and add more broth if needed. - 8
Serve hot, spooning some of the sauce over the cabbage rolls.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Leftover cabbage rolls taste even better the next day.
- ✓For a vegetarian version, use lentils or mushrooms as the filling.
- ✓A dollop of sour cream or plain yogurt is a nice accompaniment.
✨ Twist Ideas
Inspiration for your own version of this recipe
- Add a bay leaf to the sauce for extra aroma.
- Incorporate a bit of smoked paprika for a smoky flavor.