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Oven-Baked Cabbage Burgers

These oven-baked cabbage burgers offer a healthy and flavorful twist on a classic burger. Packed with vitamins and fiber from the cabbage, these burgers are easy to make and customizable with your favorite toppings, making them perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 medium head green cabbage, finely shredded
  • 1 pound ground meat beef, turkey, or chicken
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
  • Burger buns
  • Toppings of choice lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, ketchup, mustard, mayonnaise, avocado, bacon, fried egg, caramelized onions, sautéed mushrooms, blue cheese dressing, etc.

Equipment

  • Large bowl
  • large skillet
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • measuring cups and spoons
  • knife
  • cutting board
  • Meat Thermometer
  • spatula

Method
 

  1. Finely shred the cabbage and massage it with a little salt. Let it sit for 10-15 minutes, then squeeze out as much liquid as possible.
  2. In a large skillet, sauté the diced onion and minced garlic in olive oil or butter until softened and fragrant (5-7 minutes). Let it cool slightly.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the squeezed cabbage, sautéed onion and garlic, ground meat, breadcrumbs, egg, and seasonings. Mix until just combined.
  4. Shape the mixture into patties, about 1/2 inch thick.
  5. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  6. Place the patties on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through and lightly browned, and the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C) for ground beef, 165°F (74°C) for ground turkey or chicken.
  7. Serve on burger buns with your favorite toppings.

Notes

Don't skip squeezing the cabbage to remove excess moisture. Panko breadcrumbs are recommended for a light and crispy texture. Don't overmix the mixture to avoid tough burgers. Let the patties rest in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes before baking to help them firm up. For spicy cabbage burgers, add cayenne pepper or hot sauce. For cheesy cabbage burgers, add shredded cheese. Uncooked patties can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Cooked burgers can be stored in the refrigerator for 3-4 days or frozen for 2-3 months. Reheat in the oven, microwave, or skillet.