Today, I’m sharing my version of this traditional Kohlrouladen – German main course, complete with tips for rolling cabbage leaves without tearing, binding your filling just right, and that irresistible creamy broth-based sauce with bacon lardons.
What Is Kohlrouladen?
Kohlrouladen are German cabbage rolls—soft cabbage leaves stuffed with a flavorful mix of ground meat (usually beef), onion, seasonings, and a binding ingredient like soaked bread rolls or breadcrumbs.
They’re browned, then gently simmered in a creamy, savory sauce, often featuring bacon and beef broth.
Also called Krautwickel, these rolls are a
