Best 11 Swedish Cabbage Recipes

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**Embark on a Culinary Journey to Sweden with Traditional Cabbage Delights**

Experience the rich culinary traditions of Sweden with our enticing collection of cabbage recipes. From the classic Swedish cabbage rolls, a symphony of minced meat, rice, and cabbage wrapped in tender cabbage leaves, to the flavorful cabbage soup, a hearty and comforting dish brimming with garden-fresh vegetables and savory broth. Discover the secrets of the beloved cabbage pancakes, where shredded cabbage and aromatic spices are transformed into golden-brown patties, perfect for a satisfying meal. And don't miss the tantalizing cabbage salad, a refreshing medley of crisp cabbage, tangy vinegar, and a hint of sweetness. Each recipe captures the essence of Swedish cuisine, offering a delightful balance of flavors and textures that will transport your taste buds to the heart of Scandinavia.

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

CROCK POT SWEDISH CABBAGE ROLLS (THE BEST!!!!!!)



Crock Pot Swedish Cabbage Rolls (The Best!!!!!!) image

My husband has tried many different recipes for cabbage rolls and swears these are the best he has ever had.

Provided by soulmatesforever

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 7h30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

12 leaves savoy cabbage
1 egg, beaten
1/4 cup tomato sauce
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 lb lean ground beef
1 cup cooked rice
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce (I use Bravo)
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Immerse cabbage leaves in large kettle of boiling water for about 3 minutes or until limp; drain.
  • Combine egg, 1/4 cup of sauce, onion, salt, pepper, beef, and cooked rice.
  • Place about 1/4 cup meat mixture in center of each leaf; fold in sides and roll ends over meat.
  • Place in slow-cooking pot.
  • Combine tomato sauce with brown sugar, lemon juice and Worcestershire sauce.
  • Pour over cabbage rolls.
  • Cover and cook on low 7-9 hours.

SWEDISH CABBAGE ROLLS (KALDOLMAR)



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A classic Swedish dish. This is the recipe from the late Tore Wretman (1918-2003), the actual inventer of Swedish gastronomy. According to him, it's his grandma's recipe, and the source is his memoires "Mat och Minnen", Bra Bockers Forlag, 1987. Since Tore always was asked, at every occasion, what his favorite dish was, he decided to always answer "kaldolmar", which - with his own words - was as close to the truth as one could get!

Provided by Andreacute Grisell

Categories     Meat

Time 1h30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 medium white cabbage or 1 medium preferably savoy cabbage, as fresh as possible
6 ounces ground beef
6 ounces ground pork
nutmeg (optional)
1/2 cup milk (for the meat)
2 eggs
1 onion
1/4 cup round-grain rice (e.g Avorio)
1/2 cup milk (for the rice)
salt
white pepper
2 tablespoons sugar or 2 tablespoons light syrup
3 tablespoons butter
2 cups beef stock (or sauce)

Steps:

  • Remove the stem from the cabbage and poach the head in boiling salted water for a few minutes.
  • Separate the outer leaves and remove any coarse stalks.
  • Let cool.
  • Rinse the rice and boil soft in the milk for about 20 minutes.
  • Let cool.
  • Finely chop the onion and sautée in the butter until transparent.
  • Let cool.
  • Mix meat, eggs, onion, milk, spices and rice.
  • Put about two ounces of the mixture on each cabbage leaf and roll to small dolmas (rolls).
  • Place them on a greased tray.
  • Put the sugar or syrup on top together with a little melted butter.
  • Bake in the oven at 175 degrees C/ 350 F for about 30 minutes; add the gravy or sauce, raise the heat a little and bake for another 20-30 minutes.
  • Serve the rolls with boiled or mashed potatoes (maybe enriched with cream and butter) and Farmors Gurka ("Grandma'sCucumber"): Thinly sliced cucumber marinated in strong vinegar, sugar, salt and parsley.
  • (Personally, I'm not very fond of the sugar/syrup in the recipe, so I use to exclude it, but that's only because I'm against sweet ingredients in main courses in general).

SWEDISH CABBAGE AND ORANGE SALAD



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This recipe was found in the 1973 cookbook, Scandinavian Cooking. Preparation time does not include the time needed for the salad to chill!

Provided by Sydney Mike

Categories     Fruit

Time 8m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup cabbage, finely shredded (white cabbage preferred)
2 navel oranges, sectioned
1/4 cup golden raisin
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • In a covered container, combine cabbage, oranges & raisins, then add oil & lemon juice & toss well.
  • Chill in the refregerator for up to 2 hours.
  • Serve with meat & fish dishes.

SWEDISH CABBAGE ROLLS-KALDOLMAR



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Make and share this Swedish Cabbage Rolls-Kaldolmar recipe from Food.com.

Provided by VickyJ

Categories     Pork

Time 2h15m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 head cabbage
1 cup cooked rice
1 lb ground lean pork
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1 egg
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons melted butter
1/2 cup light cream
1 cold cooked potato, grated
1 lb ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon sugar
3 tablespoons flour
1/4 cup butter (or more)
1 tablespoon flour

Steps:

  • Wash cabbage and remove any damaged outer leaves, cut out core.
  • Bring a large pot of water to boiling.
  • Add cabbage to wilt leaves while preparing stuffing.
  • Turn off heat under cabbage, mix together potato, rice, meats, onion, the 1 teaspoon salt, pepper, allspice, sugar, and egg.
  • Separate leaves from cabbage as they wilt and drain:.
  • Return cabbage to water to wilt inner leaves.
  • Shape stuffing into oblong patties and place on core end of cabbage leaf.
  • Fold over sides of leaf slightly and roll up, tucking in sides of leaf if possible.
  • It may be necessary to fasten rolls with toothpicks, if used, they should be removed before placing rolls in baking dish.
  • Mix 3 tablespoons flour and the 1/4 teaspoon salt and roll cabbage leaves in mixture; brown in large skillet.
  • Remove cabbage rolls as they are browned and place in a large, flat, greased baking dish.
  • Cover dish with aluminum foil.
  • Heat over to 300 degrees.
  • Bake 1 1/2 hours basting frequently with the 2 tablespoons melted butter.
  • Remove baking dish from oven and place cabbage rolls on a warm platter.
  • Mix the 1 tablespoon flour and cream in a small pan.
  • Add the liquid from baking dish: Cook and stir over moderately low heat until thickened.
  • Season to taste.
  • Pour gravy over cabbage rolls before serving.

SWEDISH RED CABBAGE



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The explosion of flavors in this dish of cabbage are really a nice experience. It has a nice texture and it goes well with pork or beef or chicken.

Provided by Miss Annie

Categories     Fruit

Time 45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup butter
4 green apples, peeled and chopped
1 large onion, sliced
2 lbs red cabbage, shredded
1/4 cup light brown sugar
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/3 cup red wine
2 tablespoons currant jelly

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a heavy large Dutch oven over medium high heat.
  • Add apples and onion and saute until tender, about 10 minutes.
  • Stir in cabbage and stir frequently for about 8 minutes.
  • Stir in sugar, vinegar, salt, cloves, and allspice.
  • Cover and cook until cabbage is crisp-tender about 10 minutes.
  • Uncover and add red wine and jelly and cook 5 minutes more.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste if desired.

SWEDISH RED CABBAGE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 3h20m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 ounces butter
2 large red cabbages, cored and shredded
2 tablespoons black treacle
1 onion, grated
2 to 3 apples, peeled, cored and sliced
3 tablespoons lemon juice
4 fluid ounces red wine
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a large heavy casserole. Throw in cabbage, add the black treacle and cook over a low heat, stirring constantly. Stir in the onion; apples and lemon juice; wine and salt and pepper. Simmer gently for 3 hours, stirring occasionally. Adjust seasoning.

CROCK POT SWEDISH CABBAGE ROLLS



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This is an easy to prepare slow-cooker meal. Delicious and filling it is meaty and with sufficient vegetables to give one that really satisfied feeling. Prepare it the evening before and refrigerate, then slip it into the Crock pot when leaving for work the next morning. Yum it's soooooo good!

Provided by George Clement

Categories     Meat

Time 6h20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

12 large cabbage leaves
1 beaten egg
1/4 cup milk
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 lb lean ground beef
1 cup cooked rice
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Immerse cabbage leaves in a kettle of boiling water for about 3 minutes or until limp, drain.
  • Combine egg, milk, onion, salt, pepper beef and cooked rice.
  • Place about 1/4 cup meat mixture in the center of each leaf; fold in sides and roll ends over meat.
  • Place in crock pot.
  • Combine tomatoes sauce with brown sugar, lemon juice and Worcestershire sauce.
  • Pour over cabbage rolls.
  • Cover and cook on low 6 to 7 hours.

SWEDISH CABBAGE AND CRANBERRY SALAD



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This recipe was found in the 1973 cookbook, Scandinavian Cooking. Preparation time does not include time needed for the salad to chill.

Provided by Sydney Mike

Categories     Fruit

Time 5m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 cup cabbage, finely shredded
3/4 cup whole berry cranberry sauce
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a covered bowl, combine all ingredients & toss lightly.
  • Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.

SWEDISH CABBAGE



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I have fond memories of Sweden and it was there that I learned to love fresh dill. They seemed to find a way to put in just about every dish!!! This one sounds delish. From cooks.com and posted for ZWT.

Provided by januarybride

Categories     Greens

Time 15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 medium head cabbage
3 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon lemon juice
2 teaspoons dill weed

Steps:

  • Core cabbage, then shred cabbage. Place in large pot and cook (on medium-high) in a small amount of water until tender (essentially steaming it). Will probably take about 10 minutes.
  • Drain cabbage.
  • Add remaining ingredients to cabbage, and stir.
  • Serve.

SWEDISH CABBAGE ROLLS - DIANA RATTRAY RECIPE - (4.5/5)



Swedish Cabbage Rolls - Diana Rattray Recipe - (4.5/5) image

Provided by AzGrannie3

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 large head of cabbage, frozen, thawed
1 large egg, beaten
3 tablespoons milk
1/4 cup onion, finely chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 to 1 1/4 pounds extra lean ground beef
1 cup cooked rice
1 can (8-ounces) tomato sauce
1 can (14.5-ounces) diced tomatoes, optional
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon lemon juice or cider vinegar
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • SLOW COOKER: Remove the leaves from the thawed head of cabbage. Alternatively, if you did not freeze the cabbage, bring a large pot of water to a boil. Carefully remove about 12 to 14 large leaves from a head of cabbage. Place the leaves in the water and boil for 2 to 4 minutes. Drain thoroughly. In a large bowl combine the beaten egg, milk, finely chopped onion, salt, pepper, ground beef, and cooked rice. Place about 1/4 to 1/3 cup of the beef and rice mixture in center of each cabbage leaf and form it into a cylinder shape. Fold in sides and roll ends over meat until completely rolled up. Secure with toothpicks, if desired. Place the stuffed cabbage rolls in the slow cooker. In another bowl combine the tomato sauce with the tomatoes, brown sugar, lemon juice or vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce. Pour over cabbage rolls. Cover and cook on LOW for 7 to 9 hours. STOVETOP: Prepare the cabbage rolls following the directions above. Place the cabbage rolls in a large, heavy Dutch oven or stockpot. Prepare the sauce and pour over the cabbage rolls. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Cover the pan, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for about 2 to 3 hours.

SWEDISH CABBAGE ROLLS



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Categories     Pepper

Yield 6 survings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 egg
1 teaspoon salt
dash of pepper
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 cup onion, finely chopped
2/3 cup milk
1 pound ground beef
3/4 cup cooked rice
6 large cabbage leaves
2 (10-3/4 ounce) cans condensed tomato soup
2 Tablespoons light brown sugar
2 Tablespoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine egg, salt, pepper, Worcestershire sauce, onion and milk; mix well. Add ground beef and cooked rice; beat together with fork. Immerse cabbage leaves in boiling water for 3 minutes or just till limp; drain. Slit center vein of leaf about 2 1/2 inches. Place 1/2 cup meat mixture on each leaf, fold in sides and roll ends over meat. Place rolls in 12 x 7-1/ x 2 baking dish. Blend together soup, brown sugr and lemon juice. Pour half mixture over rolls. Bake at 350 degrees for 1-1/4 hours. Heat remaining sauce and serve with cabbage rolls.

Tips:

  • Select the right cabbage: Look for firm, compact, and heavy cabbages with tightly packed leaves. Avoid cabbages with wilted or bruised leaves.
  • Wash the cabbage thoroughly: Rinse the cabbage under cold water to remove any dirt or debris. Cut away any damaged or discolored leaves.
  • Use a sharp knife: A sharp knife will make it easier to cut the cabbage into thin strips.
  • Cook the cabbage until tender: Cabbage can be cooked in a variety of ways, but it is important to cook it until it is tender. Overcooked cabbage will be mushy and unappetizing.
  • Season the cabbage to taste: Cabbage is a versatile vegetable that can be seasoned with a variety of herbs and spices. Salt and pepper are always a good starting point, but you can also add garlic, onion, caraway seeds, or dill.
  • Serve the cabbage warm or cold: Cabbage can be served warm or cold, depending on your preference. It can be served as a side dish, a main course, or even a salad.

Conclusion:

Swedish cabbage is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. With its simple ingredients and easy preparation, it is a great choice for busy weeknight meals or special occasions. So next time you're looking for a new way to cook cabbage, give this Swedish recipe a try!

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