Hungarian Stuffed Cabbage Rolls (Töltött Káposzta)🇭🇺

Perfect choice, Ashley! 💕
Hungarian Stuffed Cabbage Rolls (Töltött Káposzta) 🇭🇺 are one of the most beloved comfort foods in Hungary — hearty, rich in paprika flavor, and simmered slowly in a tangy sauerkraut-tomato sauce. They’re often served during holidays or Sunday family meals.

Here’s a traditional recipe that tastes just like a Hungarian grandma would make. 👇

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🇭🇺 Hungarian Stuffed Cabbage Rolls (Töltött Káposzta)

🕒 Prep Time:

40 minutes

🍳 Cook Time:

2–2½ hours

🍽 Serves:

6–8

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🧺 Ingredients

For the Cabbage and Filling:

• 1 large head of cabbage (or 2 smaller ones)
• 1 lb (450 g) ground pork
• ½ lb (225 g) ground beef
• ½ cup (100 g) uncooked white rice
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 large egg
• 1 tbsp sweet Hungarian paprika
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional)

For the Sauce and Layers:

• 2 tbsp oil or lard
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 tbsp flour
• 1 tbsp sweet Hungarian paprika
• 1 can (15 oz / 400 g) tomato sauce or crushed tomatoes
• 2–3 cups sauerkraut (with some juice)
• 2 cups water or broth (as needed)
• 1–2 smoked sausages (optional, but traditional)
• Salt, pepper, and sugar to taste

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