Description
This hearty Polish Stuffed Cabbage Soup brings the traditional flavors of gołąbki into a warm, savory bowl. Packed with meat, rice, tender cabbage, and a spiced tomato broth, it’s the perfect dish for cozy nights or family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large head of cabbage (savoy or green)
- 1 pound ground beef or turkey
- 1 cup uncooked rice
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 4 cups beef or vegetable broth
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until translucent. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Add the ground meat to the pot and cook until browned. Season with salt, pepper, paprika, and thyme.
- Stir in uncooked rice, diced tomatoes with their juice, and broth. Bring to a gentle boil, then lower to a simmer.
- Core and slice the cabbage into strips. Add to the pot and simmer for 30-40 minutes until cabbage is tender and flavors are blended.
- Taste the soup and adjust seasonings as needed. Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
For a smoky variation, try adding diced smoked sausage or leftover holiday ham. This soup freezes well for easy meal prep. Extra cabbage? Sauté it for a quick side or try it in a fried cabbage and shrimp stir-fry.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Polish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: stuffed cabbage soup, Polish soup, gołąbki soup, comforting soup, cabbage and rice