Low-Carb Hawaii Ham Rolls from Kohlrabi

Nutrition · per serving

Steps

1. 1

   Peel the kohlrabi and slice it thinly so that it can be rolled later.

   300 g kohlrabi
2. 2

   Blanch the kohlrabi slices in boiling water for 3-4 minutes to soften them. Then drain and let cool.

   300 g kohlrabi
3. 3

   In a bowl, mix the herb cream cheese with mustard, paprika powder, nutmeg, and chopped parsley or chives well.

   100 g herb cream cheese or cream cheese1 tbsp mustard1 tsp sweet paprika powdera pinch nutmeg2 tbsp parsley or chives
4. 4

   Cut the cooked ham and pineapple into small pieces and stir them into the cream cheese mixture along with the grated cheese.

   100 g cooked ham100 g pineapple (fresh or canned, drained)100 g grated gouda or emmental
5. 5

   Place a tablespoon of the filling on each kohlrabi slice and roll up the slices. Place the rolls in a baking dish.

6. 6

   Sprinkle the kohlrabi rolls with the remaining cheese and bake in the preheated oven at 180°C (356°F) for about 15 minutes until the cheese is golden brown.

   100 g grated gouda or emmental
7. 7

   Remove the Hawaii ham rolls from the oven, let cool slightly, and serve hot.

Origin & History

The classic Hawaii ham rolls find their origin in German cuisine and are a variation of the traditional Hawaii toast that combines many beloved ingredients. This low-carb version was developed to cater to health-conscious individuals while retaining the flavors of the original.