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Stuffed cabbage with steamed potatoes

Stuffed cabbage with steamed potatoes is a slow simmered dish of green cabbage leaves wrapped around sausage meat, served with steamed potatoes, for 4 people, in 2 hours 30 minutes, medium difficulty, at €2.90 per serving. The key to success is blanching the cabbage leaves briefly so they stay pliable without tearing, so they can wrap the filling properly.

Tonight, green cabbage stuffed with sausage meat, simmered slowly in its broth, with steamed potatoes.

Stuffed cabbage with steamed potatoes
Total time
2 h 30
Difficulty
Medium
Cost per person
€2.90
Calories per person
630 kcalcalculated by Kiloach, your weight coach
Season
Winter, Fall
The kids
They generally like it

Stuffed cabbage is all about slow cooking turning green leaves into tender little parcels, soaked in the filling's juices and the broth. The sausage meat stays moist thanks to the egg and breadcrumbs, while the carrots add a sweetness that balances the sometimes strong flavor of savoy cabbage.

This is a Sunday dish, or a quiet weeknight meal when you have a couple of hours free without needing to hover over the stove. Kids usually like the parcel version better than plain braised cabbage, since it's easier to eat, and the fragrant broth makes all the difference when you serve it.

The ingredients

4 people

Fruits and vegetables

  • Savoy cabbage 1
  • Onions 2
  • Carrots 3
  • Parsley 4 sprigs
  • Potatoes 800 g

Butcher

  • Sausage meat 500 g

Dairy

  • Egg 1

Bakery

  • Breadcrumbs 50 g

Pantry

  • Chicken brothoften in the pantry 75 cl
  • Saltoften in the pantry 1 pinch
  • Pepperoften in the pantry 1 pinch

Allergens Gluten, Eggs

The step by step recipe

  1. Separate the large cabbage leaves and blanch them in boiling water for 4 minutes, then drain. 5 min

    Trim away the thick center rib to make them easier to roll.

  2. Mix the sausage meat with the egg, breadcrumbs, one chopped onion, parsley, salt, and pepper.

    Pan fry a small ball of the mixture to taste the seasoning.

  3. Place some filling on each leaf, roll it up, and tie it like a little parcel.

    Seal the edges well so the filling doesn't escape.

  4. Arrange the cabbage parcels in a pot with the carrots and the remaining onion, cover with broth, and let simmer gently. 1 h 15

    A sheet of parchment paper placed directly on top helps keep in the moisture.

  5. Steam the potatoes and serve them alongside the cabbage parcels with the broth. 25 min

    Save a bit of the broth to spoon over everything.

Our tips to get it right

  • Pick a firm green cabbage with wide leaves, they're easier to stuff and roll without breaking.
  • Tie the string tightly around each parcel, otherwise the filling falls apart during the long simmer in the broth.
  • If the broth reduces too much while cooking, add a bit of hot water to keep the cabbages about three quarters submerged.

The variations

  • Swap the sausage meat for a mix of ground pork and veal for a finer textured filling.
  • For a vegetarian version, use cooked rice, chopped mushrooms, and grated cheese instead of the meat.
  • For a quicker version with impatient kids, shape smaller individual stuffed cabbage parcels, cutting the cooking time down to about an hour.

What to serve it with

  • A green salad with vinaigrette
  • Crusty bread for the broth
  • A glass of light red wine

Storage

Stuffed cabbage keeps for 2 to 3 days in the fridge in a sealed container, with its cooking broth. It freezes well for up to 2 months, with the parcels and broth together or separate. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the oven, covered, so it doesn't dry out.

Questions about this dish

Can you make stuffed cabbage ahead of time?

Yes, you can shape the parcels the day before and keep them covered in the fridge. Cook them the next day in the broth, the flavor actually develops even more.

How do you keep the cabbage leaves from tearing?

Blanch them for just 4 minutes so they turn pliable without overcooking. Also trim away the thick center rib before rolling them.

Can you replace the breadcrumbs in the filling?

You can use dry breadcrumbs or a bit of cooked rice instead of fresh breadcrumbs. What matters is keeping a binder that absorbs the filling's juices during cooking.

Does stuffed cabbage freeze well?

Yes, it freezes very well for up to 2 months, with or without its broth. Thaw it in the fridge before reheating it gently.

How long does it take to make a stuffed cabbage with steamed potatoes?

Count 2 h 30 in total, prep and cooking included. The recipe is rated “medium”.

How many calories are in a stuffed cabbage with steamed potatoes?

About 630 kcal per serving, for a recipe meant for 4 people. Calories are calculated by Kiloach, your weight coach, the app that partners with Mon Chou.

How much does a stuffed cabbage with steamed potatoes cost?

About €2.90 per serving, or €11.60 for 4 people, based on average supermarket prices.

What allergens does this recipe contain?

This recipe contains gluten, eggs. Always check the labels of the products you buy.

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