Tender, savory cabbage dumplings — either wrapped in cabbage leaves or filled with cabbage and sealed in dumpling dough — perfect for a cozy, healthy meal.
For Cabbage-Wrapped Dumplings:
1 head green cabbage, leaves separated
1 lb ground meat or vegan alternative
1 cup cooked rice or quinoa (optional)
½ onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
½ cup shredded carrot or mushroom
1 egg
Salt, pepper, paprika to taste
For Cabbage-Filled Dumplings:
2 cups finely shredded cabbage
½ cup chopped mushrooms
2 scallions, chopped
1 tsp soy sauce
1 tsp sesame oil
1 tsp grated ginger
1 clove garlic, minced
Dumpling wrappers (or gluten-free option)
Cabbage-Wrapped Version:
Blanch cabbage leaves until soft.
Mix filling ingredients. Spoon onto leaves and roll tightly.
Steam 25–30 minutes or bake in sauce at 375°F for 30–35 minutes.
Cabbage-Filled Dumplings:
Salt and squeeze shredded cabbage.
Mix with other filling ingredients.
Spoon into wrappers, seal, and pan-fry or steam until cooked through.
Freeze uncooked for easy future meals.
Use plant-based swaps for vegan version.
Add herbs or spice for flavor variations.