Ingredients and Weight:
- Cabbage: 1 large head (about 1.5-2 kg)
- Ground meat (such as pork or chicken): 500 grams
- Onion: 1 large (about 200 grams)
- Garlic: 4-5 cloves
- Cream cheese: 200 grams
- Chicken broth or vegetable broth: 1 cup
- Salt and pepper: to taste
- Fresh herbs (such as basil or oregano): to garnish
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 45 minutes
- Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Prepare the cabbage: Remove the outer leaves and wash the cabbage. Cut it into quarters and remove the hard core.
- Boil the cabbage: In a large pot, bring water to a boil and add the cabbage. Let it cook for about 5 minutes, then remove and drain.
- Prepare the filling: In a bowl, mix the ground meat, chopped onion, garlic, cream cheese, chicken broth, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Fill the cabbage: Take each cabbage quarter and stuff it with the meat mixture. Make sure to pack it tightly.
- Steam the cabbage: Place the stuffed cabbage in a steamer and steam for about 20 minutes or until the meat is cooked through.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from steamer, garnish with fresh herbs, and serve immediately.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: Approximately 450 calories per serving (based on the ingredients provided)
- Carbohydrates: Cabbage is a good source of fiber.
- Protein: Provided by the ground meat.
- Fat: From the meat and cream cheese.
Dish Characteristics:
- This dish combines the flavors of cabbage and ground meat, creating a hearty and comforting meal.
- The cream cheese in the filling adds a rich and creamy texture.
- It's a great way to incorporate vegetables into a hearty dish, making it a balanced meal.
User Comments:
- "This dish was delicious! The cabbage was cooked perfectly, and the filling was flavorful."
- "I loved the cream cheese in the filling. It added a rich and creamy texture that made this dish stand out."
- "This is a great way to get my family to eat more vegetables. They loved the combination of flavors."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to choose a fresh head of cabbage for best results.
- Adjust the seasoning according to your taste.
- You can use either pork or chicken ground meat, depending on your preference.
- If you want to make this dish vegetarian, you can omit the meat and increase the cream cheese and vegetables.
