Norwegian Red Cabbage
Elevate your next dinner with the vibrant and cozy flavors of Norwegian Red Cabbage, a classic Scandinavian side dish that's both sweet and tangy. This slow-simmered recipe combines finely shredded red cabbage, grated apple, and warm spices like ground allspice, all brought together with a splash of apple cider vinegar for a perfect balance of flavors. Cooked low and slow in a buttery base, the cabbage softens into a tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture that pairs beautifully with roasted meats like pork or duck. Ready in just over an hour, this easy-to-make recipe brings a taste of Norway to your table, ideal for holidays or comforting weeknight meals. With its vibrant hue and bold flavors, Norwegian Red Cabbage is sure to brighten up any plate!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 small head (about 1.5 pounds) Red cabbage
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 1 large (peeled, cored, and grated) Apple
- 3 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 3 tablespoons Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Ground allspice
- 0.5 cup Water
Instructions
Remove the outer leaves of the red cabbage, then slice it in half and remove the tough core. Thinly slice the cabbage into fine shreds.
Heat a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium heat and melt the butter.
Add the shredded cabbage to the pot and sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring often, until the cabbage begins to soften.
Stir in the grated apple, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and ground allspice.
Pour in the water and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot with a lid, and cook for 50-60 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add a bit more water if the cabbage begins to stick to the pot.
Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt or a touch of vinegar, if needed, before serving.
Serve warm as a side dish to roasted pork, duck, or other hearty mains.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
178 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 6.1 g | 8% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.6 g | 18% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 15 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 580 mg | 25% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 30.7 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.3 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.8 g | ||
| Protein | 2.8 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 97 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 481 mg | 10% | |
*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.
