A delicious Cajun-inspired dish featuring shrimp and sausage stuffed into cabbage leaves, baked to perfection.
Author:Lorenzo Bonucci
Prep Time:20 minutes
Cook Time:45 minutes
Total Time:1 hour 5 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Main Dish
Method:Baking
Cuisine:Cajun
Diet:Low Calorie
Ingredients
Scale
1 large head of green cabbage
1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
8 ounces smoked sausage, diced
1 cup cooked rice
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup chicken broth
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F.
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Carefully remove the core from the cabbage and place the whole head in the boiling water for about 5 minutes, or until the leaves are pliable. Remove the cabbage and let it cool slightly.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and garlic, cooking until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the diced sausage and cook for another 5 minutes until browned.
Add the shrimp, cooking until they turn pink, about 3-4 minutes.
In a large bowl, combine the cooked sausage and shrimp mixture with the cooked rice, diced tomatoes, Cajun seasoning, salt, black pepper, and parsley. Mix well to combine.
Carefully peel off 8-10 cabbage leaves. Place about 1/4 cup of the filling in the center of each leaf. Fold the sides over the filling and roll up tightly.
Place the stuffed cabbage rolls seam-side down in a baking dish.
Pour the chicken broth over the stuffed cabbage rolls and sprinkle the shredded cheese on top.
Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Let the stuffed cabbage cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
For added flavor, try using andouille sausage for a spicier kick.
You can also substitute quinoa for rice for a healthier grain option.