Enchilada Cabbage Rolls
A lighter, keto-friendly and gluten-free version of enchiladas.
Prep Time15 minutes mins
Cook Time35 minutes mins
Total Time50 minutes mins
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Latin, Mexican
Servings: 4
- about 10 large cabbage leaves
- 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
- 3 cloves of garlic, finely minced
- 16 ounces of ground beef (or the protein of your choice)
- 2 tablespoons of taco seasoning
- 4 ounces of diced green chilies
- 1 cup of mozzarella, shredded
- 1 cup of sharp cheddar, shredded
- 2 cups of red enchilada sauce
- a small bunch of fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- queso fresco, crumbled (optional)
- lime wedges (optional)
- sour cream or crema (optional)
Prepare the cabbage...
Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil
Fill a large bowl with ice water and set aside for now
Pull about 10 large cabbage leaves off of a raw head of cabbage
Blanch the leaves 1 or 2 at a time in the boiling water for 60 seconds and then transfer immediately into the ice water
Once the cabbage leaves are cool enough to handle, remove them from the ice water and set aside for now
Prepare the filling...
Add the finely chopped onion into a large skillet placed over medium heat and cook for about 5 minutes or until softened slightly
Add 3 finely minced cloves of garlic and cook for 60 seconds while stirring constantly
Add 16 ounces of ground beef and season with 2 tablespoons of taco seasoning
Cook until the beef is browned and cooked through
Add 4 ounces of diced green chilies and some fresh finely chopped cilantro and stir to combine and transfer off of the heat
Assemble the rolls...
Lay the blanched cabbage leaves out flat
Add about a quarter cup of ground beef into the center of a leaf along with some shredded cheddar and mozzarella
Tuck the sides in and roll up firmly
Place the rolls seam side down into a baking or casserole dish
Repeat with the remaining ingredients
Pour 2 cups of red enchilada sauce over the rolls and top with any remaining cheese
Bake uncovered in a 375 degree oven for 20-22 minutes
Garnish with fresh cilantro, crumbled queso fresco and lime wedges
Serve with sour cream or crema