Krassnaya Kapusta Red Cabbage
Krassnaya Kapusta Red Cabbage is a vibrant and flavorful side dish that brings a touch of Eastern European warmth to your table. Featuring tender shreds of red cabbage harmonized with sweet-tart apple, caramelized onion, and a delicate blend of apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, and cinnamon, this dish offers a perfect balance of tangy, sweet, and savory notes. Gently simmered to perfection, it transforms humble ingredients into a richly textured accompaniment that pairs beautifully with roasted meats, hearty stews, or even vegetarian mains. Quick to prepare and made with simple pantry staples, this red cabbage recipe is a delightful way to brighten any plate.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 head (approximately 2 pounds) red cabbage
- 1 large apple (preferably tart, like Granny Smith)
- 1 medium onion
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 cup water
Instructions
Remove the outer leaves of the red cabbage and slice it in half. Remove the core, then thinly slice the cabbage into fine shreds.
Peel, core, and dice the apple into small cubes. Set aside.
Peel and thinly slice the onion into half-moons.
In a large skillet or pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the sliced onion to the pan and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.
Stir in the diced apple and cook for an additional 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the shredded red cabbage to the skillet, stirring well to combine with the apples and onion.
Sprinkle in the apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, salt, black pepper, and cinnamon, ensuring everything is evenly coated.
Pour in the water, stir, and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Cover the skillet and reduce the heat to low. Let the cabbage cook for 30-35 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is tender and the flavors have melded together.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt, pepper, or sugar to achieve your desired balance.
Serve warm as a side dish to accompany roasted meats or other hearty main dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
772 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.9 g | 32% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.3 g | 66% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 66 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 2768 mg | 120% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 142.4 g | 52% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.8 g | 106% | |
| Total Sugars | 82.1 g | ||
| Protein | 13.5 g | 27% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 499 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 8.4 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 2770 mg | 59% | |
*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.
