Wrapped in Comfort: The Humble Cabbage Filling That Wins Every Heart
This humble cabbage and egg filling is a comforting classic passed down through generations. With sweet sautéed cabbage, savory onion, protein-rich eggs, and fresh herbs, it’s a versatile mixture perfect for pies, pastries, flatbreads, or as a hearty side dish. Simple, satisfying, and full of home-cooked warmth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4–6 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Eastern European
Ingredients
Scale
- 3/4 pound (340g) cabbage, finely chopped
- 2 boiled eggs, diced
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until soft and golden.
- Stir in the finely chopped cabbage. Add sugar, salt, and black pepper. Cook for about 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is tender and slightly caramelized.
- Remove from heat and stir in the diced boiled eggs and fresh parsley. Mix well.
- Let the filling cool before using in pastries, breads, dumplings, or as a standalone side dish.
Notes
- This filling can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- To make it vegan, omit the eggs and replace with crumbled tofu or cooked lentils.
- Add optional spices like caraway, cumin, or paprika for a bolder flavor.
- Works well in savory pies, pirozhki, stuffed breads, and dumplings.