Swedish Cabbage Rolls Kaldolmar

Experience the comforting flavors of Sweden with Kåldolmar, classic Swedish cabbage rolls that bring tradition to your table. This recipe features tender green cabbage leaves wrapped around a savory filling of ground beef, ground pork, and cooked rice, seasoned with warm spices like nutmeg and allspice. Gently browned and baked in a flavorful beef stock, these rolls are then paired with a luscious cream sauce for the perfect finishing touch. With golden syrup or honey adding a hint of sweetness, this dish strikes a perfect balance of hearty and delicate flavors. Serve with boiled potatoes or a dollop of lingonberry jam for an authentic Swedish dining experience—ideal for cozy family dinners or special occasions. Perfect for anyone exploring Nordic cuisine, these cabbage rolls are a true taste of comfort.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:90 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 head Green cabbage
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 1 medium Yellow onion
• 300 grams Ground beef
• 200 grams Ground pork
• 1 cup Cooked rice
• 1 large Egg
• 0.25 teaspoons Nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoons Allspice
• 1 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 2 cups Beef stock
• 1 tablespoon Light syrup or honey
• 1 tablespoon All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Heavy cream

Directions

Step 1

Carefully remove the outer leaves of the cabbage, being mindful not to tear them. Select 12 large, intact leaves and blanch them in boiling water for 2-3 minutes until pliable. Remove from water, drain, and set aside to cool.

Step 2

Finely chop the yellow onion. In a frying pan, heat 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat and sauté the onion until soft and translucent. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.

Step 3

In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, cooked rice, sautéed onion, egg, nutmeg, allspice, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are evenly distributed.

Step 4

Lay each blanched cabbage leaf flat on a clean surface. Place 2-3 tablespoons of the filling in the center of each leaf. Fold the sides over the filling and then roll tightly to form a tidy package. Repeat with the remaining leaves and filling.

Step 5

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). In a large ovenproof skillet or baking dish, heat the remaining tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Arrange the cabbage rolls seam-side down in the skillet or dish. Lightly brown them on all sides, working in batches if needed.

Step 6

Pour the beef stock over the cabbage rolls and drizzle with the light syrup or honey. Cover the skillet or dish with a lid or aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes.

Step 7

Once cooked, transfer the cabbage rolls to a serving plate. Pour the cooking liquid from the skillet or dish into a saucepan and heat over medium heat. Whisk in the flour until smooth, then stir in the heavy cream. Cook the sauce until it thickens slightly, about 5 minutes.

Step 8

Serve the cabbage rolls warm with the cream sauce drizzled on top. Enjoy your Swedish kåldolmar with boiled potatoes or lingonberry jam on the side for a traditional touch.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1052.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1924.3

Total Fat 142.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 62.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 731.9mg	0%
Sodium 2898.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 40.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.8g	0%
Total Sugars 25.4g
Protein 113.7g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 244.1mg	0%
Iron 9.4mg	0%
Potassium 1376.8mg	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: 67.6%

Protein: 23.9%

Carbs: 8.5%