What is Hungarian Cabbage Casserole made of?

The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Garlic, Green Cabbage, Ground Pork, Paprika. The full list of 12 is above.

How long does it take to make Hungarian Cabbage Casserole?

About 1 hr 30 mins in total: 30 mins to prepare and 1 hr to cook.

How many calories are in one serving?

One serving provides about 828.34 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.

Is Hungarian Cabbage Casserole easy to make?

This recipe is rated medium, with 12 ingredients and 7 steps.

Is Hungarian Cabbage Casserole healthy?

Hungarian Cabbage Casserole has an easyChef Pro health score of 50/100. Per serving, it provides 828.34 calories and 30.1 g of protein, or 60% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, calcium, iron, potassium and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 172.39 mg (8% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 24.36 g (122% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.

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Hungarian Cabbage Casserole

Name: Hungarian Cabbage Casserole
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: German, Polish
Ingredients: 1 to taste Black Pepper; 2 cloves Garlic; 2.25 lb Green Cabbage; 1 lb Ground Pork; 1 tbsp Paprika; 1 whole Red Onion; 1 to taste Salt; 0.5 tsp Salt & Pepper; 2 cups Sour Cream; 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil; 0.33 cup Water; 0.75 cup White Rice

Dinner 🍽️Lunch 🥪 German 🇩🇪Polish 🇵🇱 High-Protein 💪Low-Sodium Sugar-Free Gluten-Free

Hungarian layered cabbage is a comforting casserole of tender Savoy cabbage, seasoned ground pork, and white rice, enriched with sweet paprika, garlic, and red onion. A generous layer of sour cream adds a cool, creamy finish that balances the hearty filling, making it a welcoming choice for a cozy family meal.

Prep30 mins
Cook1 hr
Serves4
DifficultyMedium

easyChef Pro health score

Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Hungarian Cabbage Casserole, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.

50 Health Score

Glycemic ImpactFair: 59 / 100; Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
Nutritional DensityPoor: 8 / 100; Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
Energy DensityGood: 90 / 100; Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed: 1 / 4; Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.

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59
Heart Health: 77
Metabolic: 58
Digestive: 31
Inflammatory: 43
Performance: 61
General Wellness

1

Separate cabbage leaves, rinse, and remove the hard ribs by cutting closely along the center ribs on both sides of each leaf with a sharp knife; discard ribs. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add cabbage leaves, and cook until tender, 15 to 20 minutes; drain.
2

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C). Grease an 8x11-inch baking dish.
3

Meanwhile, heat vegetable oil in a skillet over low heat. Add onions and garlic, and season with salt. Cook, stirring, until the onions are soft and translucent, about 3 minutes.
4

Add pork and season with paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook, stirring frequently, about 5 minutes. Pour in water, cover, and simmer until most of the water has evaporated, 15 to 20 minutes.
5

Meanwhile, heat vegetable oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add rice and toast until the grains are shiny, stirring frequently, about 1 minute. Pour in water and season with salt. Bring to a boil, cover, and reduce the heat to low. Cook until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes. Turn off the heat.
6

Line the prepared baking dish with cabbage. Spread cooked rice over the cabbage, followed by cooked meat. Add another layer of cabbage, followed by the remaining rice and meat; cover with the remaining cabbage. Spread sour cream evenly over the top.
7

Bake in the preheated oven until the casserole is heated through and the sour cream is starting to lightly brown, 30 to 35 minutes.

About This Recipe

Hungarian Cabbage Casserole is made with 12 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 1 hr 30 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Garlic, Green Cabbage, and Ground Pork. Each serving provides about 828.34 kcal, and is a good source of protein.

Recipe Questions

What is Hungarian Cabbage Casserole made of?: The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Garlic, Green Cabbage, Ground Pork, Paprika. The full list of 12 is above.
How long does it take to make Hungarian Cabbage Casserole?: About 1 hr 30 mins in total: 30 mins to prepare and 1 hr to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?: One serving provides about 828.34 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Hungarian Cabbage Casserole easy to make?: This recipe is rated medium, with 12 ingredients and 7 steps.
Is Hungarian Cabbage Casserole healthy?: Hungarian Cabbage Casserole has an easyChef Pro health score of 50/100. Per serving, it provides 828.34 calories and 30.1 g of protein, or 60% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, calcium, iron, potassium and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 172.39 mg (8% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 24.36 g (122% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.

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