Keto Stuffed Cabbage Rolls

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This Keto Stuffed Cabbage Rolls recipe has a rich flavor and texture. We prepare these cabbage rolls with tender cabbage leaves, ground beef, cauliflower rice, Parmesan cheese, onion, garlic, herbs, and a savory sugar-free tomato sauce. These cabbage rolls contain approximately 310 calories and only 5 g net carbs. These flavorful cabbage rolls take about 1 hour and 5 minutes to prepare and cook completely. These Keto Stuffed Cabbage Rolls are perfect for lunch, dinner, family meals, weekly meal prep, cozy weekend dinners, holiday gatherings, and special occasions. Before baking, they can be put together beforehand and chilled for longer than a day. For easy future dinners, leftovers can be frozen for a maximum of 3 months and kept in the fridge for as long as four days. Serve these delicious cabbage rolls with Garlic Butter Green Beans, Cauliflower Mash, Roasted Brussels Sprouts, Greek Cucumber Salad, or Creamy Mushroom Sauce.

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STATS:

  • Course: Main Course
  • Calories: 310 kcal
  • Diet: Keto
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cuisine: Eastern European
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Portion Size: 2 cabbage rolls
  • Cooking Mode: Baking
  • Total Servings: 6
  • Difficulty Level: Moderate
  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes

TOOLS:

  • Large pot
  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting board
  • Mixing bowl
  • Large skillet
  • Baking dish
  • Tongs
  • Wooden spoon
  • Measuring cups and spoons

INGREDIENTS:

CABBAGE ROLLS:

  • 1 large green cabbage
  • 1½ lbs ground beef
  • 1 cup cauliflower rice
  • 1 small onion
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 1 large egg
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

SAUCE:

  • 1 can of tomatoes
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • ½ cup beef broth
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • One tsp garlic powder
  • Oregano, one tsp.
  • Half a tsp. salt

INGREDIENT NOTES AND THEIR KETO SUBSTITUTIONS:

CABBAGE:

  • We use cabbage leaves because they create the outer wrap and add fiber to the rolls. As a substitute, you can use Napa cabbage, collard greens, or Swiss chard.

GROUND BEEF:

  • Ground beef provides protein, healthy fats, and a rich, savory flavor. As a replacement, you can use ground turkey, chicken, pork, or lamb.

CAULIFLOWER RICE:

  • We utilize cauliflower rice to make these cabbage rolls delicious. Instead, you can use chopped mushrooms, shredded zucchini, or broccoli rice.

PARMESAN CHEESE:

  • This element delivers a savory flavor & aids in binding the filling. Pecorino Romano, Asiago, or nutritional yeast are further options.

ONION:

  • Onion provides depth of flavor and boosts the savory taste. As a replacement, you can use shallots or onion powder.

CRUSHED TOMATOES:

  • We use crushed tomatoes to create a rich and flavorful sauce base. Instead, you can use sugar-free marinara sauce or tomato puree.

TOMATO PASTE:

  • Tomato paste thickens the sauce and intensifies the tomato flavor. As a substitute, you can use extra crushed tomatoes simmered until reduced.

OLIVE OIL:

  • This item provides nutritious fats and helps sauté the ingredients. Utilize avocado oil, butter, or ghee, as they are different choices.

Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. Gently warm the water in a big pot.
  2. Cut the core from the cabbage.
  3. Include the cabbage in warm water and boil it till the leaves are softer, for almost five minutes.
  4. Take out the leaves and leave them to cool.
  5. Cut off each leaf’s thick stem section.
  6. Warm the oil in a pan and slowly cook the onions till softer.
  7. Include the garlic and cook for almost thirty seconds.
  8. Stir the Italian seasoning, ground beef, paprika, pepper, cauliflower rice, salt, onion mixture, Parmesan cheese, and egg.
  9. Whisk the pepper, crushed tomatoes, salt, tomato paste, oregano, beef broth, and garlic powder in a dish.
  10. We distribute a thin layer of sauce in a dish.
  11. Put the cabbage leaf on a surface.
  12. Fill them with almost one-fourth cup of filling.
  13. Roll tightly after folding in the sides.
  14. Arrange them in a dish and continue the process with the leftover filling and leaves.
  15. Distribute the leftover sauce on the cabbage rolls.
  16. Wrap with a foil and bake for almost forty-five minutes at 350°Fahrenheit.
  17. If wanted, uncover it while the final ten minutes.
  18. Serve these cabbage rolls hot.

TIPS:

  • Include the chopped bacon in the filling to get a richer taste.
  • We utilize eight-by-twenty ground beef for additional fat and flavor.
  • Allow the rolls to sit for almost five minutes and then serve.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

KETO VEGETABLE SIDES:

  • Garlic Butter Green Beans
  • Roasted Brussels Sprouts
  • Cauliflower Mash
  • Sautéed Spinach
  • Air Fryer Asparagus

KETO SALADS:

  • Greek Cucumber Salad
  • Avocado Caesar Salad
  • Keto Coleslaw
  • Arugula Parmesan Salad
  • Mixed Greens Salad

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

  • Put the remaining in a tight box and stock them for over four days.

FREEZER:

  • Store the cooked cabbage rolls for longer than two to three months.

FAQs:

May we utilize turkey as an alternative to beef?

  • Yes, you can use ground lamb, chicken, turkey, or pork instead.

Could we prepare these cabbage rolls earlier?

  • Yes, you can assemble the cabbage rolls twenty-four hours earlier.

Will we prepare these cabbage rolls in a slow cooker?

  • Yes, you can cook these cabbage rolls on a slow flame for almost seven hours.

How may we prevent cabbage leaves from tearing?

  • You can freeze or broil the cabbage leaves first and then roll them.

Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS

NUTRITIONAL FACTS:

Caloric Content: 310 kcal

Sodium: 620 mg

Net Carbs: 5 g

Fiber: 3 g

Sugar: 3 g

Fats: 22 g

Proteins: 22 g

Portion Size: 2 cabbage rolls

Total Carbs: 8 g