Low Carb Pork and Cabbage Dumplings
Delight in the flavor-packed goodness of Low Carb Pork and Cabbage Dumplings! This healthy twist on a classic dish swaps traditional wrappers for tender cabbage leaves, creating a gluten-free, keto-friendly version without compromising taste. Filled with a savory blend of seasoned ground pork, garlic, ginger, and green onions, each dumpling is steamed to perfection for a juicy, aromatic bite. Blanching the cabbage leaves ensures they’re pliable yet sturdy enough to encase the hearty filling. Ready in under an hour, these dumplings make an impressive appetizer, snack, or main dish. Serve them with soy sauce or a tangy low-carb dipping sauce for a meal that satisfies every craving without the carbs. Perfect for meal prep or a cozy dinner, this recipe is sure to become a favorite for both dumpling lovers and health-conscious eaters alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Ground pork
- 1 head Green cabbage
- 4 stalks Green onions
- 3 cloves Garlic
- 1 tablespoon Ginger
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Start by removing the core from the cabbage head and carefully separate about 16 outer leaves without tearing them.
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Blanch the cabbage leaves for 2 minutes until just softened. Remove and place them in a bowl of iced water to cool. Drain and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground pork, finely chopped green onions, minced garlic, grated ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.
Mix the filling ingredients thoroughly with your hands or a spatula until well combined.
Lay one cabbage leaf flat on a clean surface. Place a rounded tablespoon of filling in the center of the leaf. Fold the sides over the filling, then roll up tightly to form a dumpling. Repeat with remaining leaves and filling.
Setup a steamer with water and bring to a simmer. Arrange the dumplings in the steamer basket, making sure they don't touch each other.
Cover and steam the dumplings for about 15-20 minutes or until the pork is fully cooked and the leaves are tender.
Transfer the cooked dumplings to a serving plate and let cool slightly before serving. They can be enjoyed with soy sauce or your favorite low carb dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1763 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 118.8 g | 152% | |
| Saturated Fat | 40.6 g | 203% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 450 mg | 150% | |
| Sodium | 4472 mg | 194% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 31.5 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.2 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.8 g | ||
| Protein | 139.3 g | 279% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 352 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 8.0 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 994 mg | 21% | |
*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.
