Danish Style Stuffed Cabbage Recipe

Name: Danish Style Stuffed Cabbage
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 large head cabbage; boiling salted water; 2 Tbsp. long grain rice; 2 c. milk; 1/2 lb. each ground lean pork and veal; 1/2 tsp. salt; 1/4 tsp. pepper; 5 egg whites; 1 medium onion, finely chopped; 2 c. beef broth; 3 Tbsp. molasses; 2 Tbsp. cornstarch; 2 Tbsp. cold water

Servings: persons

1 large head cabbage
boiling salted water
2 Tbsp. long grain rice
2 c. milk
1/2 lb. each ground lean pork and veal
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
5 egg whites
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 c. beef broth
3 Tbsp. molasses
2 Tbsp. cornstarch
2 Tbsp. cold water

1
Preheat oven to 375u00b0.
2
Grease a 13 x 9 x 2-inch baking pan. Cut out core and cook cabbage in water to cover for 15 minutes to loosen outer leaves.
3
Cool in cold water.
4
Simmer rice in milk 30 minutes to form a creamy mixture.
5
Cool.
6
Mix meats, salt and rice mixture.
7
Add egg whites, one at a time, then pepper and onion. Filling is soft.
8
Carefully peel off 12 cabbage leaves; place on board.
9
Cut ribs to make leaves lie flat.
10
Place a heaping teaspoon of filling in center of each.
11
Roll up, folding in ends. Place seam side down in pan.
12
Pour broth around rolls.
13
Drop 1 teaspoon molasses on each.
14
Bake, uncovered, for 30 minutes; turn rolls and baste.
15
Bake 30 minutes longer.
16
Transfer rolls to a platter.
17
Ladle pan juices into skillet.
18
Bring to a boil. Combine cornstarch and cold water to make a paste.
19
Stir in cornstarch paste.
20
Cook and stir until thickened.
21
Serve sauce over rolls.

460

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 large head cabbage, boiling salted water, 2 Tbsp. long grain rice, 2 c. milk, and more.

Yes, Danish Style Stuffed Cabbage falls under the Soups & Stews 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!

Danish Style Stuffed Cabbage

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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