A Healthier, Nepali-Inspired Meatloaf Recipe

Name: A Healthier, Nepali-Inspired Meatloaf
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 head of nappa (Chinese) cabbage; 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt; 1 pound lean ground pork; 1 pound ground turkey; 1 cup finely chopped cilantro; 1 medium onion, finely diced; 4-5 green onions (green and white parts), sliced diagonally; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced; 4 medium cloves garlic, smashed, then minced; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric; 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper; sea salt, to taste; Thai basil, tomato sauce, and/or sriracha, for toppings

Servings: persons

1/2 head of nappa (Chinese) cabbage
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 pound lean ground pork
1 pound ground turkey
1 cup finely chopped cilantro
1 medium onion, finely diced
4-5 green onions (green and white parts), sliced diagonally
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
4 medium cloves garlic, smashed, then minced
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
sea salt, to taste
Thai basil, tomato sauce, and/or sriracha, for toppings

1
Finely shred the nappa cabbage and place in a large bowl. Add kosher salt to cabbage and toss for 2-3 minutes with your hands, until cabbage starts to break down and release its water.
2
Drain water from cabbage completely, then return to bowl.
3
Add to cabbage pork, turkey, cilantro, onion, green onions, vegetable oil, fresh ginger, garlic, coriander, turmeric, cumin, cayenne pepper, and sea salt (as desired).
4
Mix all ingredients thoroughly with your hands (using a spoon or other utensil doesn't get the ground meat mixed in). When mixed, shape in a 5x9 loaf pan.
5
Bake for 45 minutes to an hour.
6
Serve topped with fresh chopped Thai Basil or sriracha.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 head of nappa (Chinese) cabbage, 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, 1 pound lean ground pork, 1 pound ground turkey, and more.

Yes, A Healthier, Nepali-Inspired Meatloaf falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

A Healthier, Nepali-Inspired Meatloaf

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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