Cabbage Casserole (Kålpudding)

Discover the comforting flavors of Sweden with this traditional Cabbage Casserole (Kålpudding). Perfectly layered with savory ground beef and caramelized cabbage, this dish is a beloved staple in Swedish households. Served with creamy gravy, boiled potatoes, and a dollop of lingonberry jam, it's a meal that promises warmth and satisfaction.

Ingredients

🥩 400-500g ground beef, 12% fat, half-price offer
🧅 1/2 yellow onion, chopped
🥚 1 large egg
🥬 1 medium head of white cabbage, chopped
🧂 Salt, Grova Salt
🌶️ Black pepper, Black Peppar
🍶 Soy sauce, Kikkoman
🥔 1-1.5 kg small potatoes
🥛 1-2 dl milk, Laktos Fri Lättmjölk, 1.5% fat, for gravy
🌾 Flour, for gravy thickening
💧 Water, for gravy thickening
🧃 1/2 beef stock cube
🌿 Optional: Green pepper
🍇 Lingonberry jam, ICA Lingon Sylt
🍚 Sugar, for lingonberry dessert

Instructions

1- Prepare the Meat Mixture:

• In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, chopped onion, salt, and black pepper.
• Crack an egg over the mixture and thoroughly mix with a spoon until well combined.

2- Prepare the Cabbage:

• Chop the cabbage into medium-sized pieces.
• In a large frying pan, cook the cabbage until soft and slightly browned. Add soy sauce to taste during frying.

3- Assemble the Casserole:

• Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
• Lightly grease a rectangular glass baking dish.
• Spread half of the fried cabbage evenly across the bottom of the dish.
• Layer the meat mixture over the cabbage, spreading it evenly.
• Cover the meat layer with the remaining fried cabbage.
• Reserve any liquid from the frying pan for making gravy.

4- Bake the Casserole:

• Place the assembled casserole in the preheated oven.
• Bake for 40 minutes until the top layer is browned and crispy.

5- Prepare the Gravy:

• In a small saucepan, heat the reserved liquid from the frying pan.
• Mix flour with water in a mug to make a slurry and add to the saucepan.
• Stir in milk and crumble the stock cube into the sauce. Use a whisk to mix thoroughly.
• Bring to a boil and let it simmer until thick. Season with black pepper and optionally add green pepper.

6- Boil the Potatoes:

• Wash and boil the small potatoes in salted water until tender. Drain and keep warm.

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Equipment: Large clear plastic mixing bowl, Wooden cutting board, Chef's knife, Spoon, Large non-stick frying pan, Small stainless steel saucepan, Large stainless steel saucepan with lid, Rectangular glass baking dish, Oven (standard Swedish model), Black ceramic stove/hob, Whisk, Mug, Black quilted potholders, Ceramic plates, forks, knives, and glasses

Cooking Tips

• Frying the cabbage enhances its sweetness and softens it properly for baking.
• Soy sauce adds umami depth to the dish.
• Incorporate an egg to maintain the structure of the meat layer.

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