Meatball Cabbage Bake
Meatball Cabbage Bake is a comforting dish that brings together hearty meatballs, tender vegetables, and a cheesy topping, all baked to perfection. This one-dish meal is perfect for family gatherings or meal prepping for the week. With layers of flavor and a satisfying combination of ingredients, you’ll want to keep this recipe on rotation!
Ingredients
- 500 grams of minced meat (1.1 lbs)
- 1 raw egg
- 2 boiled eggs
- 1 clove of garlic
- 1 onion
- 60 grams of ketchup (1/4 cup)
- 4-5 potatoes
- Pinch of rosemary
- Dry spices of choice
- 1 carrot
- 1 red pepper
- 1 kilogram of cabbage (2.2 lbs)
- 1 tomato
- 80 grams of yellow cheese (3 oz)
- 1-2 sprigs of green onion
- 60 grams of mayonnaise (1/4 cup)
- Salt to taste
- 50 grams of breadcrumbs (1/2 cup)
- Parsley to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Oil for frying
Directions
- In a bowl, combine minced meat with the raw egg, breadcrumbs, chopped parsley, chopped garlic, and chopped onion. Knead well and form into meatballs.
- In a small bowl, mix the ketchup with some dried spices and paprika, then spread this mixture over the meatballs.
- Heat oil in a deep frying pan and fry the meatballs for 3-4 minutes before removing them.
- Slice the potatoes and season with salt, pepper, rosemary, and paprika. Place them in a baking dish.
- Grate the carrot and sauté in oil, then add sliced red pepper and chopped cabbage. Stir until tender.
- Layer the cooked vegetables over the potatoes in the baking dish and arrange the fried meatballs on top.
- Chop the tomato and distribute it in the meatball nests. Grate the boiled eggs and yellow cheese, adding half of the cheese to the dish along with chopped green onion and mayonnaise, mixing well.
- Fill the meat nests with this mixture, sprinkle the remaining cheese on top, and bake in a preheated oven at 180 degrees Celsius (350 degrees Fahrenheit) for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and serve warm.
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 4-6
Nutrition Info: Approximately 450 calories per serving, depending on the specific ingredients used.
How to serve
Serve the Meatball Cabbage Bake warm, garnished with fresh parsley and additional chopped green onions for a pop of color. This dish pairs beautifully with a side of crusty bread or a light salad, providing a balanced and satisfying meal. Consider adding a dollop of sour cream or a sprinkle of chili flakes for those who enjoy an extra kick!
FAQs
Can I use different types of meat for the meatballs?
Yes, you can substitute minced beef with minced turkey, chicken, or pork based on your preference.
Can I prepare this dish ahead of time?
Absolutely! You can assemble the dish a day in advance and store it in the refrigerator. Just bake it when you’re ready to serve.
Is Meatball Cabbage Bake suitable for freezing?
Yes, this dish freezes well. To reheat, thaw it in the refrigerator overnight and bake until heated through.
Meatball Cabbage Bake
Ingredients
Method
- In a bowl, combine minced meat with the raw egg, breadcrumbs, chopped parsley, chopped garlic, and chopped onion. Knead well and form into meatballs.
- In a small bowl, mix the ketchup with some dried spices and paprika, then spread this mixture over the meatballs.
- Heat oil in a deep frying pan and fry the meatballs for 3-4 minutes before removing them.
- Slice the potatoes and season with salt, pepper, rosemary, and paprika. Place them in a baking dish.
- Grate the carrot and sauté in oil, then add sliced red pepper and chopped cabbage. Stir until tender.
- Layer the cooked vegetables over the potatoes in the baking dish and arrange the fried meatballs on top.
- Chop the tomato and distribute it in the meatball nests.
- Grate the boiled eggs and yellow cheese, adding half of the cheese to the dish along with chopped green onion and mayonnaise, mixing well.
- Fill the meat nests with this mixture, sprinkle the remaining cheese on top, and bake in a preheated oven at 180 degrees Celsius (350 degrees Fahrenheit) for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and serve warm.
