Really Lazy Holubchi Oamc

Satisfy your comfort food cravings with "Really Lazy Holubchi Oamc," an effortless twist on traditional Ukrainian stuffed cabbage rolls. This one-dish wonder combines tender layers of chopped green cabbage, a hearty filling of ground beef, pork, and fragrant garlic-infused rice, and a rich tomato-based sauce seasoned with dill and paprika. Baked to perfection, it delivers the same irresistible flavors of holubchi with minimal prep time, making it the ideal recipe for busy weeknights or meal-prep enthusiasts—thanks to its freezer-friendly nature. Perfect for feeding a crowd or savoring leftovers, this casserole-style dish offers the ultimate blend of convenience and homemade goodness.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:115 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 500 g Ground beef
• 500 g Ground pork
• 2 cups Cooked white rice
• 1 medium head Green cabbage
• 1 large Onion, finely chopped
• 4 cloves Garlic, minced
• 800 g Crushed tomatoes, canned
• 2 tbsp Tomato paste
• 1 cup Beef broth
• 1 tsp Dried dill
• 1 tsp Paprika
• 2 tsp Salt
• 1 tsp Black pepper
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 2 Bay leaves

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Prepare the cabbage by removing any damaged outer leaves and chopping it into bite-sized pieces.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the finely chopped onion and minced garlic until softened, about 3-5 minutes.

Step 4

Add the ground beef and ground pork to the skillet. Cook until browned, breaking it up with a spatula as it cooks. Drain any excess fat if necessary.

Step 5

Stir the cooked white rice, 1 teaspoon of salt, 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper, and dried dill into the meat mixture. Set aside.

Step 6

In a mixing bowl, whisk together the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, beef broth, paprika, and the remaining salt and pepper.

Step 7

Grease a large baking dish (about 9x13 inches or similar). Layer half of the chopped cabbage in the bottom of the dish.

Step 8

Spread the meat and rice mixture evenly over the cabbage layer.

Step 9

Top with the remaining chopped cabbage, creating an even layer.

Step 10

Pour the tomato mixture evenly over the cabbage, making sure it seeps down to the bottom. Tuck in the bay leaves on the top layer.

Step 11

Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 60 minutes.

Step 12

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 30 minutes to allow the top to caramelize slightly.

Step 13

Let the casserole cool for 10 minutes before serving. Discard the bay leaves before eating.

Step 14

Portion leftovers into airtight containers for freezing or storing in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2447 grams (2447.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2197

Total Fat 120.70g	155%
Saturated Fat 40.50g	203%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.90g
Cholesterol 332mg	111%
Sodium 7832mg	341%
Total Carbohydrate 184.50g	67%
Dietary Fiber 28.50g	102%
Total Sugars 55.20g
Protein 114.30g	229%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 453mg	35%
Iron 23mg	129%
Potassium 4369mg	93%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.6%

Protein: 20.0%

Carbs: 32.3%