Cabbage rolls recipe (Голубцы) 1. In an oven, cook cabbage in boiling water for 10 minutes then drain. Rinse in cold water. 2. In a saucepan, sauté 1 cup onion in butter until tender. Add the tomatoes, garlic, sugar and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. In a large bowl, combine the rice, ketchup, pepper and remaining onion and salt. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. 3. Place about 1/2 cup meat mixture on each leaf; fold in sides. Roll up leaf to completely enclose filling. Cover and cook over medium-low heat for 1 hour. Enjoy!