Keto Cabbage Rolls

Keto Cabbage Rolls are a delightful Lebanese dish that combines tender cabbage leaves with a flavorful filling of ground beef and spices, all while keeping it low in carbs. These rolls are baked to perfection, providing a comforting and satisfying meal that aligns with a ketogenic lifestyle.

Ingredients

• Green cabbage - 1 small head
• Ground beef - 300 grams
• Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Tomato paste - 2 tablespoons
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Allspice - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Water - 250 milliliters
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. Bring a large pot of water to a boil and carefully remove the core from the cabbage head.
3. Blanch the cabbage in boiling water for about 5 minutes until the leaves are softened. Remove and let cool.
4. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 3 minutes.
5. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
6. In a bowl, combine ground beef, cooked onion and garlic, tomato paste, cumin, allspice, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.
7. Carefully peel off 8-10 cabbage leaves. Place about 2-3 tablespoons of the beef mixture in the center of each leaf.
8. Roll the cabbage leaf tightly around the filling, folding the sides in as you go to secure the filling. Repeat with remaining leaves and filling.
9. In a baking dish, arrange the cabbage rolls seam-side down. Pour water and lemon juice over the rolls.
10. Cover with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes.
11. Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 28 g
• Carbs: 8 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 22 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for keto diets.
• Rich in protein from ground beef, supporting muscle maintenance.

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