Keto Sarmale in Cabbage Leaves
Discover a healthier twist on a classic dish with this Keto Sarmale in Cabbage Leaves recipe, a must-try for anyone embracing the low-carb lifestyle. These traditional Romanian stuffed cabbage rolls are packed with flavor, swapping out the usual rice for nutrient-rich cauliflower rice to keep the meal keto-friendly. Featuring tender green cabbage leaves wrapped around a savory filling of ground pork, sautéed onions, garlic, and a blend of aromatic spices like paprika and dill, these rolls are slow-cooked to perfection in a tangy sauerkraut juice and water base, infused with bay leaves for added depth. The result is a melt-in-your-mouth dish that's hearty yet light, making it the ideal option for indulgent yet guilt-free dining. Perfect for family dinners or meal prep, serve these cabbage rolls piping hot with a dollop of creamy sour cream for extra richness. Low-carb comfort food has never tasted this good!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 head green cabbage
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium, finely chopped onion
- 500 grams ground pork
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 200 grams cauliflower rice
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried dill
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 250 milliliters sauerkraut juice
- 500 milliliters water
- 2 bay leaves
Instructions
Remove the core from the cabbage head. Boil in a pot of salted water until leaves are tender, about 10-15 minutes. Gently peel leaves off and set aside to cool.
In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute.
Add ground pork to the pan, breaking it apart and cooking until browned and no longer pink.
Stir in cauliflower rice, tomato paste, paprika, dill, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly and cook for an additional 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
Lay one cabbage leaf flat on a clean surface. Place about 2 tablespoons of the meat mixture at the center of the leaf. Fold the sides over the filling and roll up, tucking in the ends securely. Repeat with remaining leaves and filling.
In a large pot, layer some of the smaller, torn cabbage leaves at the bottom to prevent sticking.
Arrange the stuffed cabbage rolls tightly in layers in the pot.
Pour sauerkraut juice and water over the rolls to almost cover them. Add the bay leaves.
Bring to a light simmer over medium heat, then reduce to low heat, cover, and let it cook for about 2 hours until cabbage is tender and flavors meld.
Serve hot and enjoy your Keto Sarmale with a dollop of sour cream if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2054 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 133.8 g | 172% | |
| Saturated Fat | 43.1 g | 216% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 450 mg | 150% | |
| Sodium | 4876 mg | 212% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 69.3 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.9 g | 75% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.1 g | ||
| Protein | 144.9 g | 290% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 514 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 11.1 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 2218 mg | 47% | |
*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.
