Best 8 Easy Cabbage Pockets Recipes

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Easy cabbage pockets are a delightful and savory dish that combines the flavors of cabbage, minced meat, and aromatic spices. These pockets are not only easy to make but also versatile, allowing for customization with various fillings and seasonings. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner, this article will guide you through the process of creating delicious and satisfying cabbage pockets, providing step-by-step instructions, ingredient lists, and helpful tips to ensure success in your culinary adventure.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

EASY CABBAGE POCKETS



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I grew up in a town that was filled with Wolgadeutsche, or Germans from Russia. Family members and friends of the family made these cabbage pockets, sometimes called Krautbrot or Bierocks. This is a perfect food for lunches, as it is self contained and freezes well. I have changed it slightly to make it easier to make and enjoy. I love mine served hot, with ketchup for dipping!

Provided by Niki Frick

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Savory Pie Recipes     Beef Pie Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 6

cooking spray
1 pound ground beef
1 large onion, chopped
1 head cabbage, shredded
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 (2 pound) package frozen dinner rolls, thawed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray muffin cups with cooking spray.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes; drain and discard grease. Stir onion into ground beef and saute until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add cabbage and reduce heat to low; cook and stir until cabbage has wilted slightly, about 5 minutes more. Pour mixture into colander to strain excess liquid and cool slightly.
  • Spray a work surface with cooking spray. Flatten rolls into disc shape with a rolling pin; spoon 1 to 2 tablespoons of beef and cabbage filling onto each disc. Fold discs in half around filling, pressing edges together to seal. Gently place in muffin cups, spray tops with cooking spray, and poke with toothpick to allow venting.
  • Cook cabbage pockets in preheated oven until dough is browned, 25 to 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170.4 calories, Carbohydrate 22.9 g, Cholesterol 13.1 mg, Fat 5.4 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 7.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 226.6 mg, Sugar 3.9 g

HEARTY BEEF & CABBAGE POCKETS



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I found a similar recipe many years ago and experimented with my own version until I had it just right. If you can't find the frozen rolls, you can use a homemade dough. -Elaine Clark, Wellington, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 13

24 frozen Texas-size whole wheat dinner rolls (3 pounds total), thawed
1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
1/2 pound reduced-fat bulk pork sausage
1 large onion, chopped
1 pound carrots, grated
2 cans (4 ounces each) chopped green chiles
2 tablespoons prepared mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 small head cabbage, shredded
2 large egg whites
2 teaspoons water
Caraway seeds

Steps:

  • Let dough stand at room temperature 30-40 minutes or until softened. In a Dutch oven, cook beef, sausage and onion over medium heat 12-15 minutes or until meat is no longer pink, breaking meat into crumbles; drain. Stir in carrots, chiles, mustard, salt and pepper. Add cabbage in batches; cook and stir until tender., On a lightly floured surface, press or roll each dinner roll into a 5-in. circle. Top with a heaping 1/3 cup filling; bring edges of dough up over filling and pinch to seal., Place on baking sheets coated with cooking spray, seam side down. Cover with kitchen towels; let rise in a warm place until almost doubled, about 45 minutes. Preheat oven to 350°., Whisk egg whites and water; brush over tops. Sprinkle with caraway seeds. Bake 15-20 minutes or until golden brown. Freeze option: Freeze baked and cooled pockets in an airtight container. To use, reheat pockets on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray in a preheated 350° oven 30-35 minutes or until heated through; cover loosely with foil if needed to prevent overbrowning.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 239 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 379mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 12g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

MOO SHU PORK POCKETS



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 39m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 24

1 pound ground pork
2 cups shredded cabbage (1/2 a 16-ounce package cole slaw mix)
A few pinches ground cayenne pepper
2 cloves garlic, minced
8 gingersnap cookies, ground in food processor
1/4 cup aged tamari soy sauce
1 tablespoon (1 turn around the pan in a slow drizzle) wok or vegetable oil
6 large (12-inch) flour tortillas
1 cup hoisin sauce
Shred up a pile of your favorite raw vegetables or
2 cups shredded cabbage
Shredded carrots
Fresh bean sprouts
Thinly sliced scallions
Cooked jasmine rice
Water
Salt
Duck sauce
Toasted sesame seeds
1 European seedless cucumber or 2 Kirby cucumbers, thinly sliced
1 small red bell pepper, seeded and thinly sliced
1/4 cup rice wine vinegar or white distilled vinegar
2 rounded teaspoons sugar
1 tablespoon soy sauce

Steps:

  • Combine the pork, cabbage, cayenne pepper, garlic, gingersnap cookies, and soy sauce in a bowl. Form mixture into patties. Heat a large, nonstick skillet over medium high heat. Add wok or vegetable oil to the pan. Cook patties 7 minutes on each side.
  • Heat tortillas on a nonstick surface over high heat for 30 seconds on each side. Paint the tortillas with hoisin sauce, leaving a 1-inch rim from edge. Pile shredded mixed veggies in center of tortilla and top with cooked pork patty. Fold the tortilla up on all four sides and wrap burger in a square package. Invert pork pocket and cut on diagonal. Serve pockets with jasmine rice sundaes and cucumber salad.
  • Scoop prepared jasmine rice onto dinner plates using an ice cream scoop. Top with duck sauce and toasted sesame seed "sprinkles". This is a great use for those packets of leftover duck sauce that clutter up your junk drawers in the kitchen and kids love the look of the technique.
  • Spread cucumber slices in a thin layer on double-ply paper towels. Roll paper towels up to squeeze water from sliced cucumbers. Transfer sliced cucumbers to a bowl and toss with sliced peppers.
  • Combine remaining ingredients in a small plastic container and shake until sugar dissolves, about 1 minute. Pour the dressing over the cucumbers, toss, and serve.

CABBAGE ROLL PHYLLO POCKETS



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Provided by Marcela Valladolid

Categories     appetizer

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

6 cabbage leaves
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 large carrot, very finely diced
1/2 celery stalk, very finely diced
1/4 white onion, very finely diced
1 clove garlic, minced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
8 ounces ground pork
1/2 teaspoon fresh oregano leaves, minced
1/2 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves, minced
1/3 cup beef broth
1 1/2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons lightly packed light brown sugar
8 frozen phyllo pastry sheets (13-by-17-inch), thawed
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Bring a medium pot of water to a boil. Blanch the cabbage leaves for 15 seconds, and then rinse under cold water. Thinly shred the leaves and set aside.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil in a heavy saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the carrots, celery and onions and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook 3 more minutes; season with salt and pepper. Transfer to a small bowl and reserve.
  • In the same saucepan, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the pork and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until no pink remains. Add the cooked onion mixture, oregano and thyme, and stir to combine. Add the beef broth and bring to a simmer. Add the flour and brown sugar and cook until the pork is completely cooked through and the sauce has reduced and thickened slightly, 10 to 15 minutes. Season the filling with salt and pepper.
  • Lay one sheet of phyllo on a work surface. Using a pastry brush, spread melted butter evenly over the sheet. Top with another phyllo sheet and brush melted butter over the surface; repeat with 2 more layers of phyllo. Cut the phyllo stack into 12 even squares. Repeat this process with the remaining 4 phyllo sheets so there are a total of 24 cut squares.
  • Divide the shredded cabbage among the 24 phyllo squares, mounding it in the center of each square. Top the cabbage with about 1 tablespoon of the pork mixture, dividing it evenly among the squares. Brush the outer edges of each square with a little butter. Working one square at a time, bring the corners of the phyllo up and over the filling, twisting gently to create a purse. Transfer to a baking sheet and brush the outsides with a little melted butter.
  • Bake until the dough is crisp and golden brown, about 15 minutes. Serve immediately while still warm.

RUNZAS/CABBAGE POCKETS



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Wonderful recipe that I make all the time. One of those old family recipes. This one is courtesy of "What's for Supper?" cookbook. I use my noodle maker/press to roll out the dough so it cooks evenly.

Provided by Alyssa in Leavenwor

Categories     Meat

Time 1h20m

Yield 20 pockets, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 -5 cups flour
1/2 cup sugar
3/4 cup milk
1/2 cup shortening
1 teaspoon salt
4 1/2 teaspoons dry yeast
1/2 cup water
2 eggs
2 1/2 lbs ground beef
2 cups chopped cabbage
2 teaspoons salt
pepper
1 onion, chopped

Steps:

  • Dough:.
  • Measure 1 3/4 cups flour into large bowl.
  • Stir in sugar, salt, and yeast.
  • Heat water, milk and shortening until warm (120deg).
  • Pour into flour mixture; add eggs and beat.
  • Stir in rest of flour; knead 3 minutes.
  • Cover; let rest 20 minutes.
  • Filling:.
  • Brown beef; add other ingredients.
  • Cook till cabbage is wilted.
  • Roll dough thin.
  • Cut into 6" squares.
  • Put 3 Tblsps of filling in center; bring corners up and seal.
  • Bake at 350 for about 20 minutes or until golden.

SAVORY PUFF PASTRY POCKETS RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: ricotta cheese, fresh spinach, artichoke heart, salt, pepper, frozen puff pastry, shredded mozzarella cheese, pepperonis, marinara sauce, roasted red pepper, pesto, mozzarella pearls, butter

Provided by Pierce Abernathy

Categories     Snacks

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup ricotta cheese
½ cup fresh spinach, cooked
½ cup artichoke heart, cooked and chopped
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
1 package frozen puff pastry, thawed
¼ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
8 pepperonis, chopped
3 tablespoons marinara sauce
¼ cup roasted red pepper, chopped
2 tablespoons pesto
4 mozzarella pearls
2 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400˚F (200˚C).
  • In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the ricotta, spinach, artichokes, salt, and pepper, and mix until fully incorporated.
  • Lay a sheet of puff pastry dough over the ice cube tray and carefully press into the dough forming it to the ice tray.
  • Place the shredded mozzarella, pepperonis, and marinara in the first four cube divots.
  • Place the roasted red peppers, pesto, and mozzarella pearls in the middle four cube divots.
  • Spoon the ricotta mixture into the last 4 cube divots.
  • Place the other sheet of puff pastry over the ice cube tray and use a rolling pin to seal it. Chill for at least 10 minutes.
  • On a parchment paper-lined baking sheet, invert the ice cube tray releasing the puff pastry pockets.
  • Using a knife, cut any excess dough from the sides.
  • Using a fork, press into the the edges of the pastry and seal.
  • Brush the pastry with butter and bake for 30 minutes.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 323 calories, Carbohydrate 12 grams, Fat 24 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 14 grams, Sugar 1 gram

EASY CABBAGE ROLLS



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I'm revising the introduction to this recipe based on a discussion with 8 Polish "senior" ladies at the General Sikorski Hall in Oshawa, Ontario who were making cabbage rolls for a weekend banquet. Their advice: Use small, new cabbages as they will be more tender, easier to roll & cook better. Purchase your cabbage in advance, boil it for about 5 minutes, put into the freezer, core and boil again just before you follow this recipe. I use any leftover cabbage in my recipe #50951 for "Polish Cabbage Casserole"!

Provided by CountryLady

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h30m

Yield 12 cabbage rolls (approx)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 medium cabbage
1 lb ground beef
2 teaspoons chopped onions
1 teaspoon salt
1 beaten egg
1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup cooked rice
1 (14 ounce) can tomatoes
1 (14 ounce) can V8 vegetable juice
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Prepare the cabbage according to the recipe description.
  • Combine ingredients for filling.
  • Place some of this mixture (about 1 1/2 tbsps) on each cabbage leaf & fold "envelope" fashion. If the leaf is tough, it will be easier to do this if you make a V shaped incision & remove a part of the coarser spine.
  • You may find it easier to roll the cabbage around the filling and just "tuck" the ends into the roll with your fingers - whatever works best for you!
  • Lay flap side down in a heavy Dutch oven.
  • Combine sauce ingredients - use tomato juice if you don't like V8 - or you may add 1 cup of chicken broth to lessen the tomato flavour; pour over cabbage rolls.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F for about an hour. Serve with a dollop of sour cream.

PORK AND CABBAGE POCKETS



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I like to welcome my family home on fall days to the aroma of these hearty pork pie pockets. I sometimes double the recipe so I can have leftovers for busy-day dinners. -Jan Smith, Kalispell, Montana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
1 cup warm water (110° to 115°)
1/4 cup shortening
1/4 cup sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon salt, divided
3 to 3-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 pound bulk pork sausage
3 cups shredded cabbage
1 medium onion, chopped
1/4 cup water
1-1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon butter, melted

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in water. Add shortening, sugar, egg, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 2 cups flour; beat until smooth. Add enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour. , Meanwhile, in a skillet, cook sausage until no longer pink; drain. Add cabbage, onion, water, oregano, cumin, pepper and remaining salt. Cook, uncovered, until vegetables are tender and no liquid remains, about 15 minutes. Cool to room temperature. , Punch dough down. Roll into a 24x12-in. rectangle; cut into eight 6-in. squares. Spoon 1/3 cup filling into the center of each square. Bring corners to the center and pinch to seal; pinch seams together. Place on greased baking sheets. Cover and let rise for 30 minutes., Brush with melted butter. Bake at 375° until golden brown, 25-30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 405 calories, Fat 19g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 51mg cholesterol, Sodium 558mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose a large head of cabbage, as this will make it easier to create large cabbage pockets.
  • Make sure to core the cabbage properly, as this will help the cabbage leaves to cook evenly.
  • Use a sharp knife to cut the cabbage leaves into even pieces.
  • Blanch the cabbage leaves in boiling water for a few minutes to soften them and make them more pliable.
  • Use a variety of fillings for your cabbage pockets, such as ground beef, pork, chicken, vegetables, or cheese.
  • Season the cabbage pockets with your favorite herbs and spices.
  • Bake the cabbage pockets in a preheated oven until they are golden brown and the filling is cooked through.
  • Serve the cabbage pockets with your favorite dipping sauce.

Conclusion:

Cabbage pockets are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are a great way to use up leftover cabbage, and they can be customized to suit your own taste preferences. Whether you like them filled with meat, vegetables, or cheese, cabbage pockets are a surefire hit. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give cabbage pockets a try!

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