Venison-Beef Cabbage Rolls

Jun 09, 2023June 9, 20230 4
Delectable Venison-Beef Cabbage Rolls Dish
in Main

Prep

30 min

Cook

1 hour

Ready In

1 hour 30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

12 large cabbage leaves ( cut 1-2 inches of spine out )
1 cup cooked rice
1 lb ground venison ( I used venison sausage casing removed but ground beef is fine )
1 egg
1 small onion ( diced )
1 tablespoon dried parsley
2 teaspoons garlic powder ( or one clove minced )
2 teaspoons onion powder
2 teaspoons oregano leaves
24 ounces diced tomatoes
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 cup cheese ( shredded )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
354
Sugar
10g
Fat
18g
Venison-Beef Cabbage Rolls is a healthy and filling dish that combines a warm, juicy filling with tender, pliable cabbage leaves. The combination of venison and beef makes for an unforgettable taste that will leave you wanting more. The cabbage rolls are easy to make and the ingredients are affordable, accessible, and readily available. The dish is perfect for a cold winter night at home with family or friends. It's a comfort food that can be made ahead of time and reheated in the oven for several nights. You can always substitute the venison for ground beef, chicken, or pork, depending on what you have available. You can also add some diced peppers, celery, or carrots to the filling for added color and nutrition.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2.In a pot of boiling water, blanch your cabbage leaves for 2-3 minutes until limber.
3.In a bowl, combine your cooked rice, ground venison, egg, onion, dried parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano leaves, and salt and pepper.
4.Put a tablespoon of the mixture in the center of each cabbage leaf, fold inwards and roll up, tucking in the ends. Repeat for remaining leaves.
5.Place the rolls in a baking dish with their seams down.
6.Pour the can of diced tomatoes over the top of the rolls.
7.Cover the dish tightly with foil and bake in the oven for 50 minutes.
8.Remove the foil and sprinkle shredded cheese on top of the rolls.
9.Bake for another 10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.

PROS

A savory and juicy meal, great source of protein.
The cabbage provides a healthy serving of vegetables while the venison and beef are lean meats that will supplement your protein requirements.

CONS

Cabbage rolls can be a bit labor-intensive to make if you haven’t blanched the cabbage properly.
But the result is worth it and the prep is easy.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Venison is leaner than beef and is a great source of protein.
Cabbage is loaded with nutrients like Vitamins A, C, and K, and is low in calories which makes it a great choice when on a diet.
Tomatoes are rich in Vitamin C and potassium which are vital for heart health.

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