Description
Oven-Baked Cabbage Burgers offer a unique, healthy twist on traditional burgers by using roasted cabbage slices as the base instead of buns. These flavorful burgers combine seasoned ground meat or plant-based options with aromatic spices and herbs, baked to juicy perfection and optionally topped with melted cheese for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables and Base
- 1 small head Cabbage
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1 medium Onion
- 2 cloves Garlic
Protein
- 1 pound Ground Beef or Turkey or ground chicken or plant-based options
- 1 large Egg (optional)
- 1 cup Cheese (optional)
Seasonings and Sauces
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure the cabbage steaks roast properly while the burgers cook evenly.
- Prepare the Cabbage: Slice the cabbage into thick ½ inch rounds. Brush both sides generously with olive oil to help them roast to tender and flavorful bases for the burgers.
- Mix the Meat Mixture: In a large bowl, combine ground meat (or alternatives) with finely chopped onion, minced garlic, smoked paprika, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper. Add the egg if using as a binder. Mix thoroughly to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Form Patties: Shape the meat mixture into patties roughly the same size as the cabbage slices to ensure even cooking and place each patty on a prepared cabbage steak.
- Bake the Burgers: Place the cabbage with patties on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for about 25 minutes. Check at the 20-minute mark to ensure patties remain juicy without overcooking.
- Add Cheese (Optional): If desired, sprinkle cheese on top of each burger and broil for an additional 3 to 5 minutes until the cheese melts and becomes bubbly for added flavor.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley for color and freshness. Serve immediately and enjoy the balanced flavors of roasted cabbage and juicy burger patties.
Notes
- You can use any ground meat or plant-based alternative depending on your preference.
- Adding the egg helps bind the patties but can be omitted for a looser texture or in vegan options.
- Cheese is optional and can be substituted with any type depending on your taste preference.
- Consider adding fresh herbs such as parsley or chives for garnish and extra flavor.
- Check the internal temperature of meat to ensure safety: 160°F (71°C) for ground beef or turkey is recommended.
- Leftover burgers can be refrigerated and reheated in the oven to maintain texture.
