Best 6 Cabbage Balushka Or Cabbage And Noodles Recipes

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Cabbage Balushka, also known as Cabbage and Noodles, is a traditional Ukrainian dish that combines the flavors of savory cabbage, tender noodles, and aromatic spices. This hearty and comforting dish is perfect for a cozy meal on a cold day. Our article features three delightful recipes for Cabbage Balushka, each with its unique twist on the classic dish.

The first recipe, "Ukrainian Cabbage Balushka," stays true to the traditional method of preparation, using fresh cabbage, egg noodles, and a flavorful broth to create a comforting and satisfying meal. "Lazy Cabbage Balushka" offers a simplified version of the dish, using frozen cabbage and pre-cooked noodles to save time without compromising on taste. Finally, "Cabbage Balushka with Chicken" elevates the dish with tender chicken pieces, adding an extra layer of protein and savory goodness.

With detailed instructions, step-by-step photos, and helpful tips, our article guides you through the process of making each recipe flawlessly. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting your culinary journey, you'll find everything you need to create a delicious and authentic Cabbage Balushka dish that will warm your heart and satisfy your taste buds.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

POLISH CABBAGE NOODLES



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Sauteed cabbage and onions with noodles, a perfect last minute meatless meal!!

Provided by elizabeth sill

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Eastern European     Polish

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 medium head shredded cabbage
2 red onions, cut into strips
½ cup butter
1 (16 ounce) package wide egg noodles
salt to taste
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water.
  • Meanwhile, heat butter or margarine in a skillet over medium heat. Saute cabbage and onions until tender.
  • Drain pasta, and return to the pot. Add cabbage and onion mixture to the noodles, and toss. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 569.8 calories, Carbohydrate 78.5 g, Cholesterol 124.1 mg, Fat 22.6 g, Fiber 8.2 g, Protein 15.7 g, SaturatedFat 12.8 g, Sodium 184 mg, Sugar 9.4 g

HALUSKI - CABBAGE AND NOODLES



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Egg noodles with cooked chopped cabbage and onions - a great ethnic dish!

Provided by PAgirlgoneSouth

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Dumpling Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (16 ounce) package medium-wide egg noodles
1 cup butter, divided
2 large onions, chopped
2 small heads cabbage, cored and cut into 1-inch pieces
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon water, or as needed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil. Stir in egg noodles and return to a boil. Cook noodles uncovered, stirring occasionally, until tender but still slightly firm, about 5 minutes. Drain well.
  • Melt 1/2 cup butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat; cook and stir onions until translucent, 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Cook and stir remaining butter and cabbage into onions until cabbage is softened but not browned, 5 to 8 more minutes. Season with salt and black pepper.
  • Place cooked noodles and cabbage mixture in a large roasting pan and stir gently to combine. Sprinkle with more salt and black pepper if desired.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown on top, 30 to 40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 318.7 calories, Carbohydrate 35.9 g, Cholesterol 72 mg, Fat 17.1 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 7.2 g, SaturatedFat 10.2 g, Sodium 152.2 mg, Sugar 5.6 g

GRANDMOTHER'S POLISH CABBAGE AND NOODLES



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This is a Polish recipe that my grandmother made, and it is easy and delicious. Add more butter if needed. Use ham or kielbasa.

Provided by Debbie

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Eastern European     Polish

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

¼ cup butter
1 head cabbage, cored and chopped
1 large onion, diced
1 (12 ounce) package farfalle (bow tie) pasta
2 tablespoons water
1 ½ cups cooked ham, cut into bite-size pieces
2 pinches white sugar, or to taste

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat; cook and stir cabbage and onion until very tender, about 30 minutes.
  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil. Stir in bow tie pasta and return to a boil. Cook pasta until tender but still slightly firm, about 12 minutes. Drain well and set aside.
  • Stir water and cooked ham into cabbage mixture; heat through. Thoroughly mix in sugar.
  • Gently stir bow tie pasta into the ham and cabbage and heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 617.7 calories, Carbohydrate 82.3 g, Cholesterol 58.8 mg, Fat 23.1 g, Fiber 10.9 g, Protein 24.8 g, SaturatedFat 11.2 g, Sodium 708.9 mg, Sugar 14.3 g

FRIED CABBAGE AND NOODLES



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Use the bacon grease!

Provided by CINDY

Categories     Side Dish

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (8 ounce) package kluski noodles
1 pound bacon, chopped
1 head cabbage, chopped
1 onion, chopped
1 dash hot pepper sauce (such as Frank's RedHot®), or to taste

Steps:

  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil. Stir in kluski noodles and return to a boil. Cook kluski noodles uncovered, stirring occasionally, until tender but still slightly firm, 7 to 10 minutes. Drain well and set noodles aside.
  • Place chopped bacon in a large, deep skillet, and cook over medium-high heat, stirring often, until evenly browned, 5 to 8 minutes.
  • Cook and stir cabbage and onion into the bacon and drippings until the cabbage is wilted and tender, about 10 minutes.
  • Gently mix the cooked kluski noodles into cabbage mixture; season with hot sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 554.2 calories, Carbohydrate 42.1 g, Cholesterol 82.8 mg, Fat 36 g, Fiber 6.8 g, Protein 17 g, SaturatedFat 11.9 g, Sodium 679.5 mg, Sugar 8.6 g

CABBAGE AND NOODLES



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Cabbage and noodles, cooked with bacon, is comfort food supreme, great for a chilly day.

Provided by Kathryn Weidenheimer

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (8 ounce) package egg noodles
3 tablespoons butter
½ pound bacon
1 onion, chopped
1 small head cabbage, chopped
1 dash garlic salt

Steps:

  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Stir in the egg noodles; return to a boil. Cook, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the noodles are cooked through, but still firm to the bite, about 5 minutes. Drain; return to the pot and stir in the butter.
  • Meanwhile, place the bacon in a large, deep skillet, and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain the bacon slices on a paper towel-lined plate.
  • Place the onion into the skillet with the bacon grease, and cook and stir over medium heat until the onion begins to soften, about 2 minutes. Stir in the cabbage, and cook and stir until wilted, about 5 minutes. Chop the bacon, add it to the skillet, and cook until the cabbage is tender, about 10 minutes. Stir in the noodles, and continue cooking just until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 447.2 calories, Carbohydrate 53.1 g, Cholesterol 90.3 mg, Fat 19.1 g, Fiber 6.8 g, Protein 17.5 g, SaturatedFat 8.7 g, Sodium 616.1 mg, Sugar 7.9 g

MY GRANDMOTHER'S CABBAGE AND NOODLES



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I don't like cabbage, really. But my grandmother passed this recipe down. If you like bacon and noodles, then you'll love this. You can't even taste the cabbage.

Provided by brycensmommy

Categories     Side Dish

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 cups water
2 tablespoons butter
1 (12 ounce) package bacon, chopped
1 head cabbage, cored and chopped
1 (8 ounce) package egg noodles
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place water and butter in a large, deep skillet and bring to a boil; stir in bacon and return to a boil.
  • Stir cabbage into the bacon mixture; simmer until the thickest pieces of cabbage are fork-tender and the liquid has almost evaporated, about 20 minutes. Drain.
  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil. Stir in egg noodles and return to a boil. Cook noodles uncovered, stirring occasionally, until tender but still slightly firm, about 5 minutes. Drain well.
  • Lightly toss egg noodles with bacon and cabbage; season to taste with salt and black pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 491.2 calories, Carbohydrate 57.4 g, Cholesterol 93.1 mg, Fat 20.2 g, Fiber 9.2 g, Protein 22.1 g, SaturatedFat 8.3 g, Sodium 757.9 mg, Sugar 10.5 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh cabbage: Fresh cabbage has a crisp texture and a sweet flavor, which makes it ideal for this dish. If you can, use a variety of cabbage, such as green cabbage, red cabbage, and Savoy cabbage, for a more complex flavor.
  • Shred the cabbage thinly: Thinly shredded cabbage will cook more evenly and quickly. You can use a food processor or a sharp knife to shred the cabbage.
  • Use a variety of noodles: This dish is traditionally made with egg noodles, but you can also use other types of noodles, such as ramen noodles, soba noodles, or udon noodles. Choose a noodle that you like and that will hold up well in the soup.
  • Add your favorite vegetables: In addition to cabbage and noodles, you can also add other vegetables to this dish, such as carrots, celery, onions, and peppers. This will make the soup more nutritious and flavorful.
  • Season the soup to taste: Season the soup with salt, pepper, and other spices to taste. You can also add a splash of vinegar or lemon juice for a bit of acidity.

Conclusion:

Cabbage balushka is a delicious and hearty soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own preferences. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy.

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