Here’s a delicious recipe for Oven-Baked Cabbage Burgers—a comforting, savory dish featuring seasoned ground beef and cabbage wrapped in soft dough, then baked to golden perfection.
Ingredients:
For the Dough:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 packet (2¼ tsp) instant yeast
- 1 cup warm water (110°F)
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
For the Filling:
- 1 lb ground beef (or turkey)
- 1 small cabbage, finely chopped (about 4 cups)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp dried thyme (optional)
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp soy sauce (optional)
- 2 tbsp butter (for sautéing)
Instructions:
1. Make the Dough:
- In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, salt, and yeast.
- Add warm water and oil, then knead until smooth (5-7 mins).
- Cover and let rise for 1 hour (or until doubled).
2. Prepare the Filling:
- In a skillet, melt butter and sauté onion and garlic until soft.
- Add ground beef, breaking it up, and cook until browned.
- Stir in chopped cabbage, salt, pepper, paprika, thyme, Worcestershire, and soy sauce. Cook until cabbage is tender (8-10 mins). Drain excess liquid.
3. Assemble & Bake:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Divide dough into 8 equal balls. Roll each into a 6-inch circle.
- Spoon ¼ cup filling onto each, fold edges over, and pinch to seal.
- Place seam-side down on a greased baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 mins until golden brown.
4. Serve:
- Enjoy warm with mustard, ketchup, or hot sauce!
Tips:
- Shortcut: Use store-bought pizza dough or frozen roll dough for a quicker version.
- Add cheese (cheddar or Swiss) inside for extra richness.
- Freezer-friendly: Bake, cool, then freeze. Reheat in the oven when ready to eat.
These cabbage burgers are hearty, flavorful, and perfect for a cozy meal! 😊🍞🥬