Sinem ÖzdoğanCommis
13 June 2026 Last updated: 11 September 2026

Holubtsi are Ukrainian cabbage rolls made with fresh (unfermented) cabbage leaves filled with a ground meat and rice mixture, then simmered in tomato sauce. Served with sour cream, they are a classic family meal.

Step by Step

How to make it?

1

Prepare the filling

10 min

Mix the ground meat, parboiled rice, onion, and salt.

2

Roll the cabbage leaves

25 min

Place some filling on each blanched cabbage leaf and roll it up tightly.

3

Arrange and cook

60 min

Arrange the rolls snugly in a large pot. Add the tomato, tomato paste, and water. Cover and cook over low heat for 55–60 minutes.

4

Serve

Serve hot with sour cream.

Reminder

Store in a sealed container in the refrigerator for 3 days; the flavor deepens by the next day. Freeze for up to 2 months. Allergen: Based on the ingredient list, this dish contains milk and dairy products. Check package labels for other allergens.

Nutritional Values · 1 serving

Values are estimates
320 kcalCalories
18 gProtein
26 gCarbohydrate
16 gFat
3 gFiber
5 gSugar
480 mgSodium
6 gSaturated Fat
Protein 23% Carbohydrate 33% Fat 45%
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