Favourite Red Cabbage
Elevate your side dish game with "Favourite Red Cabbage," a comforting and flavorful classic perfect for any table. This vibrant dish combines tender, slow-cooked red cabbage with the sweetness of grated green apple, the warmth of ground cinnamon and allspice, and the tang of apple cider vinegar for a perfectly balanced bite. Sautéed onions and a touch of brown sugar enhance its caramelized depth, while a gentle simmer ensures each ingredient melds into a rich, melt-in-your-mouth texture. Ready in just over an hour, this dish is an irresistible companion to roasted meats, sausages, or festive holiday feasts. With its gorgeous jewel-toned hue and crowd-pleasing taste, this recipe is destined to be a favorite at your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium head red cabbage
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium, finely chopped yellow onion
- 1 large, peeled and grated green apple
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons ground allspice
- 1 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
- 0.5 cups water
Instructions
Remove the outer leaves of the red cabbage, cut it into quarters, and remove the core. Thinly slice the cabbage and set it aside.
In a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until softened and translucent.
Stir in the grated apple, and cook for another 2 minutes to allow the flavors to combine.
Add the sliced red cabbage to the pot and stir to coat with the butter, onion, and apple mixture.
Sprinkle the brown sugar, ground cinnamon, ground allspice, salt, and black pepper over the cabbage. Stir well to distribute the seasonings evenly.
Pour in the apple cider vinegar and water. Stir thoroughly, then bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot with a lid, and let it simmer for 50-60 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. Add a splash of water if needed to keep the mixture moist.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve warm as a side dish to roasted meats, sausage, or a festive meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
684 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 25.4 g | 33% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.4 g | 72% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 2584 mg | 112% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 119.5 g | 43% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.6 g | 88% | |
| Total Sugars | 70.6 g | ||
| Protein | 10.6 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 423 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 6.9 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 2298 mg | 49% | |
*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.
