Cabbage Casserole with an Oriental Flair
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this savory Cabbage Casserole with an Oriental Flair, a fusion-inspired twist on traditional comfort food. Combining tender shredded cabbage, ground chicken or pork, and fragrant aromatics like fresh ginger and garlic, this hearty dish is packed with bold Asian-inspired flavors. A luscious blend of soy sauce, hoisin, and sesame oil enhances the mix, while cooked white rice and whisked eggs add a velvety texture. Baked to golden perfection with a breadcrumb topping and garnished with toasted sesame seeds, this casserole is as satisfying as it is easy to prepare. Perfect for feeding a family or for meal prepping, this 375°F baked delight pairs beautifully with a crisp side salad or warm soup. Ready in just an hour, it's an irresistible comfort food with a global twist!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 head (medium, approximately 2 lbs) Green cabbage
- 1 lb Ground chicken or pork
- 2 cups Cooked white rice
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1.5 tablespoons Sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon Ginger (freshly grated)
- 3 minced Garlic cloves
- 3 chopped Green onions
- 2 large Eggs
- 2 tablespoons Hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
- 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon (optional, for garnish) Toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish and set aside.
Remove the outer tough leaves of the cabbage, then cut into quarters and remove the core. Finely shred the cabbage using a knife or food processor.
In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of sesame oil over medium heat. Add the ground chicken or pork and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, approximately 6-8 minutes. Drain any excess fat if necessary.
Add the minced garlic and freshly grated ginger to the skillet with the meat. Stir-fry for 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, and rice vinegar. Cook for another 2 minutes to combine the flavors.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked rice, shredded cabbage, cooked meat mixture, green onions, and breadcrumbs. Mix thoroughly.
In a separate small bowl, whisk the eggs, then pour them into the cabbage mixture. Add the salt and black pepper. Toss until everything is evenly combined.
Transfer the mixture into the prepared casserole dish. Press it down gently with a spatula to create an even layer.
Drizzle the remaining 0.5 tablespoon of sesame oil over the top of the casserole.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the casserole is golden-brown on top and the cabbage is tender.
Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. Optionally, sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds for garnish.
Serve warm and enjoy your flavorful Cabbage Casserole with an Oriental Flair!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2001 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 76.7 g | 98% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.3 g | 92% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 763 mg | 254% | |
| Sodium | 4539 mg | 197% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 211.4 g | 77% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.6 g | 106% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.4 g | ||
| Protein | 127.6 g | 255% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 669 mg | 51% | |
| Iron | 19.4 mg | 108% | |
| Potassium | 3130 mg | 67% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
