These breaded cabbage rolls are different from the types of cabbage rolls that come out of Poland and other parts of Eastern Europe. They are stuffed with cheese instead of meat, and are coated in a crispy breading. These cabbage rolls are delicious to serve on their own or as a side dish with dinner.
To make these breaded cabbage rolls, you soak the cabbage leaves in boiling water before stuffing them with chunks of cheese. Then, they get coated with batter and breadcrumbs before being pan-fried until golden. The crisp exterior, oozing cheese, and sweet cabbage make these breaded cabbage rolls so addictive!
What are Breaded Cabbage Rolls?
These breaded cabbage rolls are simple cabbage rolls that are stuffed with cheese, breaded, and pan-fried. While other types of cabbage rolls use regular green cabbage, these ones use Chinese cabbage, which have thinner leaves.
Pro Tips
- Slice the ribs out of the cabbage leaves so they are easy to roll up.
- Don’t skip the step of soaking the cabbage in boiling water as that will make it easier to assemble the cabbage rolls.
- When breading the cabbage rolls, use one hand when you dip them in the batter and the other hand when you roll them in the breadcrumbs. This will prevent the batter and breadcrumbs from sticking to your hands too heavily.
- Feel free to use any melting cheese that you prefer such as mozzarella, swiss, cheddar, or provolone.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Type of Cabbage is Used for Breaded Cabbage Rolls?
This recipe uses Chinese cabbage, otherwise known as napa cabbage, which has thin leaves and is more tender than traditional green or savoy cabbage. As a result, they are easier to roll into tight cabbage rolls.
What Type of Cheese Should Be Used for Breaded Cabbage Rolls?
This recipe should use chunks of cheese that will melt easily during the cooking time. Feel free to use mozzarella, provolone, white cheddar, swiss cheese, and more.
Can I Bake Breaded Cabbage Rolls?
Yes, you could bake them if you prefer not to pan-fry them. However, they will likely be paler in color and not as crisp.
How to Store Breaded Cabbage Rolls
These cabbage rolls will hold up well stored in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 3 to 5 days. Then, when you reheat them, you can place them in either an air fryer or the oven, which will crisp up their coating.
Ingredients
How to Make Breaded Cabbage Rolls
Cut the bottom of the cabbage off and separate the leaves. Place the leaves in a bowl and cover them with boiling water. Allow them to soak for 5 minutes.
Cut the bottom of the cabbage off and separate the leaves. Place the leaves in a bowl and cover them with boiling water. Allow them to soak for 5 minutes.
Serve immediately!
Use a knife to remove the hard ribs from the cabbage leaves.
Roll the cabbage leaves up with the cheese.
Beat the eggs and season them with salt and pepper. Stir in the flour.
Dip the cabbage rolls in the batter and coat them in the breadcrumbs.
Pan-fry the cabbage rolls in oil until they are golden on both sides.
Serve immediately!
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