Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
4 cup

shredded raw cabbage

shredded

1 lb

lean ground beef

1 unit

sweet onion

chopped

0.75 tsp

crushed red pepper flakes

crushed

0.5 tsp

garlic powder

1 tsp

salt

0.25 tsp

pepper

2.5 tsp

yeast

1 cup

warm water

0.25 cup

sugar

0.25 cup

oil

0.25 tsp

salt

1 unit

egg

beaten

3.75 cup

all-purpose flour

Step 1
~5 min

Prepare dough in bread machine.

Step 2
~5 min

Brown ground beef, onions, and seasonings in a large pan.

Step 3
~5 min

Drain grease from beef mixture.

Step 4
~5 min

Add shredded cabbage to beef and simmer until tender.

Step 5
~5 min

Drain juices and cool the filling.

Step 6
~5 min

Divide dough in half and roll out into squares.

Step 7
~5 min

Place cooled meat mixture in the center of each dough square.

Step 8
~5 min

Bring corners of dough up to the center, pinching to seal.

Step 9
~5 min

Place seam side down on a greased cookie sheet.

Step 10
~5 min

Let rise until doubled in size.

Step 11
~5 min

Bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes.

Step 12
~5 min

Serve warm with mustard.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use a stand mixer if you do not have a bread machine.

Add sauerkraut for a tangy flavor.

Seal runzas well to prevent filling from leaking.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Dough can be made ahead and refrigerated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with mustard, ketchup, or horseradish sauce.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Coleslaw
Potato salad
Pickles

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Volga German

Cultural Significance

Popular in Volga German communities and the Midwest United States.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Family gatherings
Potlucks

Occasion Tags

Lunch
Dinner
Family Meal
Potluck

Popularity Score

65/100

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