Pressure Cooker Classic Cabbage Rolls
Pressure Cooker Classic Cabbage Rolls deliver tender Savoy leaves wrapped around a juicy blend of beef, pork, and veal with soft rice, all simmered in a rich, tangy tomato sauce. Each bite is hearty and comforting with gentle garlic and parsley notes. Serve for a cozy family dinner or a make-ahead meal that warms up beautifully.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook55 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Pressure Cooker Classic Cabbage Rolls, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 56 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 22 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 94 / 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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- 30
- Heart Health
- 67
- Metabolic
- 54
- Digestive
- 44
- Inflammatory
- 53
- Performance
- 54
- General Wellness
- 1
Pour 1 1/2 cups water into a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot). Insert the trivet. Remove the tough outer leaves and core from the cabbage. Set the cabbage core-side down on the trivet.
- 2
Close and lock the lid; set the vent to Sealing. Choose the Manual function per the manufacturer's instructions; set the timer to 9 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for the pressure to build.
- 3
While the cabbage cooks, put the rice in a small bowl and cover with water; set aside to soak. Measure 1/3 cup tomato sauce (from 1 can) and pour it into a large bowl. Add the beef, pork, veal, onion, garlic, 1 teaspoon salt, parsley, and pepper; set aside.
- 4
Carefully release the pressure using the quick-release method per the manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Move the cabbage to a plate. Drain the water from the pot insert. Add the remaining tomato sauce from the open can and 1 teaspoon salt to the pot. Put the trivet back into the pot.
- 5
Drain the rice and add it to the meat mixture; stir to combine.
- 6
Gently separate the cooked cabbage leaves and shave off the tough veins. Lay a cabbage leaf on a work surface; fill with 2 tablespoons meat mixture and roll up, tucking in the sides. Place the rolled leaf on the trivet in the pot. Repeat with the remaining leaves and filling, arranging the first layer facing the same direction and the second layer facing the opposite direction. Pour the remaining 1 can tomato sauce over the rolls.
- 7
Close and lock the lid. Select the Stew/Meat function per the manufacturer's instructions; set the timer to 22 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for the pressure to build.
- 8
Use the natural-release method to release pressure per the manufacturer's instructions, about 10 minutes. Carefully release any remaining pressure using the quick-release method per the manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.
- Calories 406.76 kcal High 20%
- Protein 18.33 g Good Source 37%
- Carbohydrate 54.33 g 20%
- Total Fat 12.9 g Moderate 17%
- Saturated Fat 4.45 g High 22%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 37.97 mg Moderate 13%
- Sodium 928.47 mg High 40%
- Dietary Fiber 11.98 g Good Source 43%
- Total Sugars 13.35 g --
- Added Sugars 2.49 g Low Source 5%
- Calcium 186.62 mg Moderate 14%
- Iron 4.58 mg Good Source 25%
- Potassium 1415.94 mg Good Source 30%
- Vitamin A 182.83 mcg Good Source 20%
- Vitamin C 104.47 mg Good Source 116%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Pressure Cooker Classic Cabbage Rolls is made with 11 ingredients and serves 6. It takes about 1 hr 15 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Diced Onion, Dried Parsley, and Garlic. Each serving provides about 406.76 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Pressure Cooker Classic Cabbage Rolls made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Diced Onion, Dried Parsley, Garlic, Green Cabbage. The full list of 11 is above.
- How long does it take to make Pressure Cooker Classic Cabbage Rolls?
- About 1 hr 15 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 55 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 406.76 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Pressure Cooker Classic Cabbage Rolls easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 11 ingredients and 8 steps.
- Is Pressure Cooker Classic Cabbage Rolls healthy?
- Pressure Cooker Classic Cabbage Rolls has an easyChef Pro health score of 54/100. Per serving, it provides 406.76 calories and 18.33 g of protein, or 37% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, iron, potassium, vitamin A and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 928.47 mg (40% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 4.45 g (22% of the Daily Value). It contains Tomatoes, 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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