1 head of green cabbage, cored and cut into strips
1 tsp paprika
1/4 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp onion powder
Pinch ground cloves
15 oz tomato sauce (you may substitute 3/4 cup tomato paste mixed with 1 cup of warm water for the sauce)
1 lb lean ground beef (you may substitute ground beef for all the meat, if desired)
1 lb ground chicken (you may substitute ground chicken or turkey for all the meat, if desired)
1 large egg
1/2 cup unsalted bread crumbs or matzo meal (optional)
2 tbsp minced fresh parsley
15 oz diced tomatoes (1 can)
2 tsp lemon juice
1 tsp sugar (optional - omit for low carb)
1/2 tsp salt, or more to taste
1/4 tsp black pepper, or more to taste
Crushed red pepper flakes (optional, to taste)