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Stuffed Cabbage Recipes and Vegetarian Stuffed Cabbage
Stuffed cabbage recipes can be made using various types of cabbage and various types of rice.
Making a vegetarian stuffed cabbage recipe instead of the usual rice and meat recipe can be a a great change every once in a while.
Experimenting with the different types of cabbage will help to add a new look and taste to your cabbage recipe. There are quite a few varieties to choose from and experiment with.
And there are also many types of rice to choose from, but medium or long grained rice is probably best for making stuffed cabbage.
Short grained rice tends to be a sticky rice and is better for dessert type recipes.
Crock Pot Stuffed Cabbage
Vegetarian Stuffed Cabbage Recipe
Types of Cabbage
Green Cabbage - this is the most common type of cabbage available. It is round in shape with light green tightly packed leaves.
Red Cabbage - is very similar to green cabbage, but smaller in size and has a dark purplish color.
Savoy Cabbage - this cabbage is round in shape with loosely packed ruffled leaves. It has a mild flavor and softer texture. It makes good wraps.
Bok Choy - is a Chinese cabbage with dark green elongated leaves. This cabbage has a slightly bitter mustard taste.
Napa Cabbage - is a another Chinese cabbage with crinkly elongated light green leaves. This cabbage has a mild and sweeter taste than Bok Choy.
Types of Rice
White Rice - is the most common type of rice and has had its husk, bran, and germ removed. Comes in short, medium, and long grain varieties.
Brown Rice - only has had the hull removed and has a more chewy texture along with a somewhat nutty taste. This type of rice offers more nutrition and fiber. Also comes in short, medium, and long grain varieties.
Basmati Rice - is a long grain aromatic type of rice from India. This non-glutinous fragrant rice has a nutty flavor and comes in either white or brown.
Jasmine Rice - is another long grain aromatic rice with a slight Jasmine aroma that comes from Thailand. This rice comes in both white and brown form.
Forbidden Rice - is an ancient rice that was eaten by Emperors. This is a medium grained rice which has a nutty flavor and is dark purple in color.
Ideas for Your Stuffed Cabbage
Ground Bison
Ground Turkey
Ground Lamb
Fish
Chili Peppers
Cheese
Black Beans
Pine Nuts
Quinoa
Oregano, Thyme, or Sage
Sauteed Onions
These are just some ingredient ideas to help you come up with your very own creation or take on this recipe.
Whether you're making a traditional stuffed cabbage or a vegetarian stuffed cabbage, give the different types of cabbage and various types of rice a try as well!
