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Spicy Asian Pork Cabbage Rolls

Spicy Asian Pork Cabbage Rolls that Will Ignite Your Taste Buds

These Spicy Asian Pork Cabbage Rolls are packed with flavor, perfect for busy nights or meal prep.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 rolls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 lb Ground Pork Can substitute with ground turkey, chicken, or beef.
  • 12 leaves Cabbage Leaves Use green cabbage; blanch for pliability.
  • 2 cups Broccoli Slaw Can replace with shredded carrots or more chopped cabbage.
  • 1 cup Cooked Brown Rice Can swap for quinoa or cauliflower rice.
  • 1 Egg (beaten) Acts as a binder.
  • 4 scallions Scallions Use both the white and light green parts.
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Soy Sauce Can opt for tamari for gluten-free.
  • 1/4 cup Hoisin Sauce Check variations among brands.
  • 2 tbsp Tomato Paste Freeze leftovers.
  • 3 cloves Garlic (minced) Increase for bolder flavor.
  • 1 tbsp Ginger (minced) Essential for flavor.
  • 1 tbsp Brown Sugar Adjust based on taste.
  • 1 tbsp Sriracha Hot Sauce Adjust based on heat tolerance.
  • 1 tbsp Cornstarch Thickening agent for the sauce.

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Large pot
  • large mixing bowl
  • Oven
  • baking dish

Method
 

Directions
  1. In a medium saucepan, whisk together soy sauce, hoisin sauce, tomato paste, garlic, ginger, brown sugar, and Sriracha until smooth. Bring to a boil, then simmer for about 5 minutes until thickened.
  2. Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C) and oil a 13 x 9-inch baking dish.
  3. Boil water in a large pot and blanch whole cabbage heads for 3-5 minutes until leaves are pliable. Transfer to ice water to cool, then peel leaves.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine broccoli slaw, ground pork, brown rice, scallions, garlic, ginger, and ½ cup reserved sauce. Mix until fully combined.
  5. Cut away the thick central rib of each cabbage leaf. Place a spoonful of filling at the base, fold sides over, and roll tightly.
  6. Arrange rolls seam side down in the baking dish, pour remaining sauce over them, cover with foil, and bake for 45-50 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  7. Let rolls rest for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with scallions and sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 2rollsCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for best flavor. Freeze cooked rolls for easy meals later.

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