Danish Browned Cabbage with Caraway
Transform humble green cabbage into a show-stopping side dish with this Danish Browned Cabbage with Caraway recipe. This classic Nordic preparation elevates everyday ingredients by caramelizing tender strips of cabbage in a buttery brown sugar glaze, perfectly balanced with the earthy warmth of caraway seeds. Slow-simmered to golden perfection, this dish boasts a rich depth of flavor and a subtly sweet, nutty aroma. A final touch of salt and pepper enhances its savory-sweet profile, making it an irresistibly comforting accompaniment to roasted meats, hearty stews, or even a holiday spread. Ready in under an hour, this cabbage side dish blends traditional Danish cooking techniques with pure comfort food appeal—your taste buds are in for a treat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large head Green cabbage
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Caraway seeds
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.5 cup Water
Instructions
Remove the outer leaves of the cabbage and cut it into quarters. Remove the core and slice the cabbage into thin strips about 1/4 inch wide.
In a large, deep skillet or heavy-bottomed pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the brown sugar to the skillet and stir until fully dissolved in the butter, forming a smooth caramel base.
Carefully add the sliced cabbage to the skillet, tossing to coat it evenly in the butter-sugar mixture.
Cook the cabbage over medium heat for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it begins to soften and reduce in size.
Sprinkle the caraway seeds, salt, and black pepper over the cabbage, stirring to combine and distribute evenly.
Pour the water into the skillet, reduce the heat to low, and cover the skillet with a lid. Let the cabbage simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it is tender and lightly browned.
Remove the lid and cook the cabbage for an additional 5 minutes on medium heat, stirring frequently, to allow any excess liquid to evaporate and intensify the caramelized flavors.
Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper, if needed. Serve warm as a side dish with roasted meats or hearty stews.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
471 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.7 g | 47% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.1 g | 106% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 93 mg | 31% | |
| Sodium | 2437 mg | 106% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.4 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.7 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.4 g | ||
| Protein | 5.3 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 190 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 661 mg | 14% | |
*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.
