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Cabbage Dumplings – Savory, Tender, and Comforting

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Tender, savory cabbage dumplings — either wrapped in cabbage leaves or filled with cabbage and sealed in dumpling dough — perfect for a cozy, healthy meal.

Ingredients

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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)

Instructions

Cabbage-Wrapped Version:

  1. Blanch cabbage leaves until soft.

  2. Mix filling ingredients. Spoon onto leaves and roll tightly.

  3. Steam 25–30 minutes or bake in sauce at 375°F for 30–35 minutes.

Cabbage-Filled Dumplings:

  1. Salt and squeeze shredded cabbage.

  2. Mix with other filling ingredients.

  3. Spoon into wrappers, seal, and pan-fry or steam until cooked through.

Notes

  • Freeze uncooked for easy future meals.

  • Use plant-based swaps for vegan version.

  • Add herbs or spice for flavor variations.