Braised Cabbage
Elevate your side dish game with this comforting and flavorful Braised Cabbage recipe! Featuring tender green cabbage simmered to perfection with the earthy notes of fresh thyme, sweet carrots, and aromatic onion and garlic, this dish is a true celebration of hearty, wholesome ingredients. A splash of apple cider vinegar adds a tangy depth to balance the richness from butter and olive oil, while chicken or vegetable broth lends a savory base to tie everything together. Perfect for a cool-weather meal or to accompany a roast, this one-pot wonder is simple to prepare, taking just 15 minutes of prep. Garnished with vibrant parsley, this Braised Cabbage is as visually appealing as it is delicious. Whether you're looking for a nourishing side or a veggie-packed centerpiece, this recipe delivers on flavor, ease, and versatility. Keywords: braised cabbage recipe, cabbage side dish, tender cabbage, vegetable broth cabbage, healthy comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium head green cabbage
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium, sliced onion
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- 2 medium, sliced carrots
- 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
Instructions
Remove the outer leaves from the cabbage, cut it into quarters, remove the core, and slice it thinly.
In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat until the butter is melted and the mixture is hot.
Add the sliced onion and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until soft and translucent.
Add the minced garlic and sliced carrots, and cook for another 2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant.
Stir in the sliced cabbage, and cook for about 5 minutes until it starts to wilt.
Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and apple cider vinegar. Season with salt and black pepper, then add the sprigs of fresh thyme.
Cover the pot, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for 30 minutes or until the cabbage is tender, stirring occasionally.
Remove the thyme sprigs before serving. Garnish the braised cabbage with chopped parsley.
Adjust seasonings to taste and serve warm as a comforting side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
698 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 53.6 g | 69% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.7 g | 94% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 3390 mg | 147% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 53.1 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.5 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.0 g | ||
| Protein | 10.3 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 273 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 1404 mg | 30% | |
*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.
