Air Fryer Country Cabbage Rolls

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cooking Time: 30-40 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: Varies based on portion size

Ingredients

• 1 large savoy cabbage
• 2 pounds lean ground beef
• 2 medium to large onions, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons canola oil, olive oil, or butter
• 1 cup white or brown rice
• 2 cups water
• 3 eggs
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon pepper
• 2 cans tomato soup
• 2 small bottles (individual serving sizes) tomato juice or vegetable cocktail like V8
• 1 can or small carton chicken broth
• Instructions
  • Prepare the Cabbage:
    • Place the savoy cabbage in the freezer for 12 hours or overnight. This makes the leaves soft and easy to use without boiling.
    • Thaw the cabbage at room temperature. Once thawed, remove the leaves, cutting away the tough part closest to the core.
  • Cook the Rice:
    • In a small saucepan or microwave-safe dish, cook the rice with 2 cups of water. Once cooked, set it aside to cool. The rice can be made a day ahead and chilled in the refrigerator.
  • Sauté the Onions:
    • In a skillet, heat the oil or butter over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onions and sauté until golden brown. Set aside to cool.
  • Prepare the Meat Mixture:
    • In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, sautéed onions, cooked rice, eggs, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined using your hands.
  • Assemble the Cabbage Rolls:
    • Take a cabbage leaf and place about 1/3 to 1/2 cup of the meat mixture at the bottom of the leaf. Roll up the leaf, tucking in the sides to secure the filling. Repeat until all the meat is used.
  • Preheat the Air Fryer:
    • Preheat your air fryer to 320°F (160°C) for 3 minutes.
  • Cook the Cabbage Rolls:
    • Spray your air fryer basket or tray with cooking spray. Place the cabbage rolls seam-side down in the basket, making sure they are not overcrowded. You may need to cook in batches.
    • Air fry the cabbage rolls at 320°F (160°C) for 15-20 minutes, turning them halfway through to ensure even cooking.
  • Prepare the Tomato Sauce:
    • In a large mixing bowl, combine the tomato soup, tomato juice, and chicken broth. Once the cabbage rolls are done air frying, pour the sauce evenly over them.
  • Final Air Fry:
    • Return the cabbage rolls with the sauce to the air fryer and cook at 320°F (160°C) for an additional 10 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and flavors to meld.
  • Serve:
    • Serve the cabbage rolls hot, with the rich tomato sauce poured over them. You can refrigerate or freeze any leftovers and reheat as needed.
      

      Amount Per Serving

      Calories:  kcal

      Serving:  servings, Carbohydrates: 21.5 g, Protein: 22.5 g, Fat: 3.5 g, Saturated Fat: 1 g, Cholesterol: 69 mg, Sodium: 426.5 mg, Fiber: 1.5 g, Sugar: 1.5 g