Oriental Meat Bundles

Delight your taste buds with these irresistibly juicy Oriental Meat Bundles—an Asian-inspired appetizer that wraps savory ground pork seasoned with soy sauce, ginger, garlic, and scallions in tender green cabbage leaves. Blanched cabbage serves as a light, healthy alternative to traditional dumpling wrappers, while sesame oil adds a nutty aroma to the filling. These golden-brown bundles are pan-seared for a lovely caramelized exterior, then gently simmered to ensure a perfectly cooked, flavorful interior. Quick and easy to prepare in under an hour, this dish pairs beautifully with a side of sweet chili or soy-vinegar dipping sauce. Perfect as an appetizer, party snack, or a unique dinner highlight, these bundles are a crowd-pleasing favorite that embodies the comforting flavors of Asian cuisine.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Ground pork
• 12 pieces Green cabbage leaves
• 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Ginger, minced
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 stalks Scallions, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 4 cups Water
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Chili flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Step 1: Bring a large pot with 4 cups of water and 0.5 teaspoon of salt to a boil. Blanch the cabbage leaves for 1-2 minutes until they become pliable but not fully cooked. Drain and set the leaves aside to cool.

Step 2

Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground pork, soy sauce, minced ginger, minced garlic, chopped scallions, sesame oil, cornstarch, black pepper, and chili flakes (if using). Mix well until the ingredients are evenly distributed.

Step 3

Step 3: Take one blanched cabbage leaf and lay it flat on a cutting board. Place approximately 2 tablespoons of the meat mixture onto the base of the leaf. Fold the sides inward and roll tightly, forming a bundle. Repeat with the remaining leaves and meat mixture.

Step 4

Step 4: Heat a large skillet or shallow pan over medium heat and lightly grease it with a drizzle of sesame oil or cooking oil.

Step 5

Step 5: Place the meat bundles seam-side down in the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until the bottoms are golden-brown.

Step 6

Step 6: Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and cook for an additional 15-20 minutes, rotating the bundles occasionally, until the meat is cooked through.

Step 7

Step 7: Remove the meat bundles from the skillet and serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce, such as sweet chili sauce or soy-vinegar dip, for a perfect Oriental appetizer.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2645.6 grams (2645.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1960

Total Fat 119.90g	154%
Saturated Fat 40.60g	203%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.90g
Cholesterol 450mg	150%
Sodium 3447mg	150%
Total Carbohydrate 78.80g	29%
Dietary Fiber 28.70g	102%
Total Sugars 36.30g
Protein 147.40g	295%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 723mg	56%
Iron 12mg	64%
Potassium 2370mg	50%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.4%

Protein: 29.7%

Carbs: 15.9%