Stuffed Cabbage Sloppy Joes
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Calories
585 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Lunch
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Cuisine
American
Stuffed Cabbage Sloppy Joes
Description
This recipe cooks chopped cabbage until crisp-tender before combining it with browned ground beef and onions. The sloppy joe base forms by simmering in tomato sauce, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and garlic, thickened with cornstarch. The sauce reduces to a consistency that holds its shape on the bun without excessive spreading.
Layering the cabbage within the beef mixture adds a mild vegetal crunch and bulk, balancing the richness of the meat. Toasted brioche buns provide sweetness and sturdiness, while melted mozzarella slices top the sandwich for creamy texture.
The burger mixture's thickness allows stacking without falling apart and the slight caramelization of cabbage elevates flavor complexity. This dish fits casual meals or hearty sandwiches.
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons butter , divided
- 1 head cabbage , chopped
- 1 yellow onion , diced
- 1 1/2 pounds ground beef
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper coarse ground
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 6 Brioche buns , toasted
- 8 ounces mozzarella cheese , sliced
Instructions
- In a large skillet add the butter to the pan on medium high heat and cook the cabbage until crisp on both sides, stirring occasionally (about 8-10 minutes).
- Remove the cabbage and add the beef and onions, cooking well, breaking it apart but leaving some chunks about the size of a raspberry or small grape (don't crush the heck out of it, the larger crumbles will help give the sandwich stability).
- Cook until well browned (5-6 minutes), then add in half the cooked cabbage, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, tomato sauce, beef broth and cornstarch before adding it to the pan along with the cooked beef and stirring well.
- Continue cooking until the sauce starts to evaporate and the mixture becomes "sloppy" (about 5-6 minutes).
- The consistency you are looking for is reduced enough that spoonfuls can be placed on top of each other with the bottom spoonful not spreading more than a half inch or so.
- Toast the buns then spoon over the mixture and top sliced mozzarella and the remaining cabbage.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 585 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 585kcal | 29% |
| Carbohydrates | 35g | 12% |
| Protein | 35g | 70% |
| Fat | 34g | 52% |
| Saturated Fat | 14g | 70% |
| Cholesterol | 110mg | 37% |
| Sodium | 1131mg | 47% |
| Potassium | 870mg | 19% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 10g | 20% |
| Vitamin A | 580IU | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 60mg | 67% |
| Calcium | 330mg | 33% |
| Iron | 5.5mg | 31% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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