Hearty Slovak Cabbage Rolls with Sauerkraut and Bacon

Recipe Collection: Dinner

Hearty Slovak Cabbage Rolls with Sauerkraut and Bacon bring the warmth of tradition to your table. This non-vegetarian dish features a rich blend of ground beef and pork, enveloped in tender cabbage leaves, and topped with tangy sauerkraut and crispy bacon. Perfect for family gatherings, these rolls offer a satisfying meal that embodies Slovak cuisine.

With a flavor profile that balances savory meat and the tartness of sauerkraut, these cabbage rolls are versatile enough for any occasion. Serve them alongside crusty bread or a fresh salad for a complete meal.

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Overview

This traditional Slovak stuffed cabbage recipe has been passed down through generations, offering a comforting and hearty meal. The combination of ground beef and pork, wrapped in tender cabbage leaves, and topped with sauerkraut and bacon, creates a deliciously savory dish perfect for family gatherings.

Diet Type

Non-Vegetarian

Allergies

None specified

Cuisine

Slovak

Serving Size: 8

Cooking Time: 120 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 Pound (lb) ground beef
• 1 Pound (lb) ground pork
• 1 Medium onion, minced
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) salt
• 1 Pinch black pepper, to taste
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) fresh parsley, minced
• 0.5 Cups cooked brown rice
• 1.25 Teaspoons (tsp) garlic salt
• 2 10.75 Ounces (oz) cans condensed tomato soup
• 27 Ounces (oz) sauerkraut, drained
• 29 Ounces (oz) can diced tomatoes
• 1 Medium head cabbage
• 5 Slices bacon
• 2 Tablespoons (tbsp) white sugar
• 3 Cups water

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Bring a pot of water to a boil.
2. In a large bowl, mix the ground beef and pork together. Stir in the minced onion, cooked rice, parsley, salt, pepper, garlic salt, and 1/2 can of tomato soup. Mix well.
3. Core the head of cabbage and place it in the boiling water. Boil until partly cooked. Separate the leaves and trim the stems. Reserve about 24 to 32 whole leaves. Cut the remaining leaves and line the bottom of a large roasting pan with them.
4. Take a small handful of the meat mixture and place it in the center of a cabbage leaf. Fold the top part of the leaf over the mixture, then fold in the sides and roll until the mixture is completely encased. Lay the rolls on top of the torn cabbage leaves in the pan.
5. Evenly distribute the sauerkraut over the rolls. Lay the bacon slices on top of the sauerkraut. Sprinkle with 1 to 2 tablespoons of sugar.
6. Mix the diced tomatoes and the remaining tomato soup with water and pour over the rolls. Add additional water to reach the top of the cabbage rolls.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 1 1/2 hours or until cooked through.

Enjoy this savory Slovak dish, perfect for a comforting family meal!