Stuffed Cabbage Choux Farcis

A classic dish made with cabbage leaves filled with a flavorful meat mixture and slowly cooked until tender.

Ingredients

1 large cabbage

500–800 g ground meat (beef, pork, or a mix)

1–2 onions, finely chopped

1 egg

1 slice of stale bread, soaked in milk

2 cloves garlic, minced

Fresh parsley, chopped

Salt and black pepper to taste

1–2 cups broth (chicken or beef)

Olive oil or butter

Optional: carrots, tomato sauce, or cheese for extra flavor

Instructions

Prepare the cabbage

Separate the leaves and boil them in salted water for 5–10 minutes until softened.

Make the filling

In a bowl, mix the ground meat, onions, garlic, soaked bread (squeezed), egg, parsley, salt, and pepper.

Stuff the leaves

Place some filling in each cabbage leaf, then fold and roll tightly.

Cook

Arrange the rolls in a pot or baking dish

Add broth and optional vegetables

Cover and cook on low heat for 45–60 minutes (or bake at 180°C / 350°F)

Tips

Serve with rice, potatoes, or bread

Adding tomato sauce gives a richer taste

Slow cooking makes them more tender and flavorful