Savory Napa Cabbage Rolls That Will Delight Your Taste Buds

Delight in these Napa Cabbage Rolls filled with savory ground pork and rice, making a healthy comfort food choice.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 20

Resting Time 5

Total Time 55

Servings: 4 rolls

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Asian

Calories: 180

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Cabbage Rolls

1 head Napa Cabbage Blanched
1 lb Ground Pork Can substitute with ground chicken or turkey
1 cup Cooked Rice White or brown rice
1 tbsp Ginger Fresh, minced
1 tbsp Sesame Oil Can substitute with olive oil
2 tbsp Soy Sauce Use tamari for gluten-free
2 cloves Garlic Fresh, minced
1 tbsp Rice Vinegar Can substitute with apple cider vinegar
1 tbsp Honey Can substitute with maple syrup for vegan

For the Dipping Sauce

2 tbsp Soy Sauce Essential base
1 tbsp Rice Vinegar Adds tang
1 tbsp Ginger Can adjust to preference
1 clove Garlic Can adjust to preference
1 tbsp Honey Can substitute with maple syrup for vegan

Equipment

Large pot
Steamer Basket
Mixing Bowl
Cutting Board
tongs

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Blanch the cabbage leaves in boiling water for 60 seconds, then cool.
Combine ground pork, cooked rice, minced ginger, garlic, soy sauce, and sesame oil in a bowl and mix well.
Lay out each cabbage leaf, place filling in the center, fold sides, and roll tightly.
Steam the rolls for about 20 minutes until cooked through.
Let the rolls rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 14gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Enjoy fresh rolls within 2 hours at room temperature or refrigerate for up to 3 days.

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