New Years Cabbage and Kielbasa
Ring in the New Year with this comforting and flavorful New Years Cabbage and Kielbasa recipe, a delicious blend of hearty ingredients that’s perfect for celebrating the season. This dish combines smoky kielbasa sausage, tender green cabbage, and aromatic garlic and onion, all simmered together in a savory-sweet broth infused with apple cider vinegar and a touch of brown sugar. A hint of optional caraway seeds adds a subtle, earthy depth, making each bite irresistibly satisfying. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a one-pan cooking method, this recipe is not only easy to make but also ideal for feeding a crowd. Serve it as a festive main course or a hearty side and delight your loved ones with a dish steeped in tradition and flavor. A must-try for your holiday table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound kielbasa sausage
- 1 medium head green cabbage
- 1 large yellow onion
- 3 whole garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons caraway seeds (optional)
Instructions
Slice the kielbasa into 1/2-inch thick rounds. Set aside.
Core the cabbage and chop it into bite-sized pieces. Peel and dice the onion, and mince the garlic cloves.
In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the kielbasa slices in a single layer and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, until browned. Remove the kielbasa from the skillet and set aside.
Add butter to the same skillet and allow it to melt. Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the chopped cabbage to the skillet, stirring to coat it in the butter and onion mixture. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage begins to wilt.
Pour in the chicken broth, apple cider vinegar, and brown sugar. Stir well to combine.
Season with salt, black pepper, and, if using, caraway seeds. Reduce the heat to medium, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is tender.
Return the browned kielbasa to the skillet, stirring it into the cabbage mixture. Cook uncovered for an additional 5-7 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the broth to reduce slightly.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve warm as a comforting New Year’s main dish or hearty side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
345 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 27.2 g | 35% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.3 g | 51% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 46 mg | 15% | |
| Sodium | 1074 mg | 47% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 14.9 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.2 g | ||
| Protein | 10.5 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 95 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 498 mg | 11% | |
*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.
