Cabbage Packets

Transform your weeknight dinners with these hearty and wholesome Cabbage Packets, a delicious spin on classic stuffed cabbage rolls! Tender green cabbage leaves are lovingly wrapped around a savory filling of ground beef or turkey, fluffy cooked rice, and aromatic seasonings like garlic, onion, and paprika. Blanched to perfection and simmered in a rich tomato sauce, these delightful parcels are tender, flavorful, and irresistibly comforting. Ready in just over an hour, this recipe is perfect for busy nights when you need a nutritious, crowd-pleasing meal. Serve these delectable stuffed cabbage packets with a ladle of warm tomato sauce and a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a balanced and satisfying main course. Perfect for meal prep, family dinners, or anyone craving cozy, home-cooked flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 head Green cabbage
• 1 pound Ground beef or turkey
• 1 cup Cooked rice
• 1 small, diced Onion
• 2 minced Garlic cloves
• 1 large Egg
• 2 cups Tomato sauce
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 cup Water

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Carefully peel 8 to 10 whole cabbage leaves and blanch them in the boiling water for 2 to 3 minutes, or until softened. Remove and let cool on a clean kitchen towel.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef or turkey, cooked rice, diced onion, minced garlic, egg, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Mix well until fully combined.

Step 3

Lay one cabbage leaf flat on a surface. Place about 1/4 cup of the meat mixture in the center of the leaf. Fold the sides of the leaf over the filling, then roll it up tightly to form a packet. Repeat with the remaining leaves and filling.

Step 4

In a large skillet or shallow pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Arrange the cabbage packets seam-side down in a single layer in the skillet.

Step 5

In a small mixing bowl, combine tomato sauce and water. Pour the mixture over the cabbage packets, ensuring they are mostly submerged.

Step 6

Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the skillet with a lid and let the packets cook for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the filling is cooked through.

Step 7

Serve the cabbage packets hot with some sauce spooned over the top. Optionally, garnish with fresh parsley for added color and flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1926.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1923.8

Total Fat 121.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 41.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.3g
Cholesterol 582.4mg	0%
Sodium 3506.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 106.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.1g	0%
Total Sugars 26.6g
Protein 99.8g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 363.0mg	0%
Iron 18.6mg	0%
Potassium 2218.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.1%

Protein: 20.8%

Carbs: 22.1%