Love cabbage rolls but hate the hassle? This Cabbage Roll Soup packs all the comforting flavors of homemade rolls into an easy, no-fuss soup that hits the spot every time!
Heat the vegetable oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Once the oil is shimmering, add the ground beef and brown evenly for 2 minutes. Drain excess fat.
Add the onion and carrot to the pot; sauté for 5 minutes to soften. Add the garlic and cabbage to the pot, along with the diced tomatoes and chicken broth.
Stir the rice into the pot and add the paprika, bay leaf, and salt. Allow the soup to come to a boil, then turn the heat down to low and place a lid on the pot. Simmer for 15-20 minutes until the rice is cooked and the cabbage is softened.
Stir in the sugar, Worcestershire sauce, and vinegar. Taste and add salt and pepper as needed. Serve garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
*When reheating leftover soup, you may want to add additional broth to thin out the consistency.To store Cabbage Roll Soup, let it cool completely and transfer it to an airtight container. It will stay fresh in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Freeze in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months.To reheat, thaw overnight in the fridge if frozen, then warm on the stovetop over medium heat until hot, or microwave in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring occasionally for even heating.