Red Cabbage with Apples and Spices Crock Pot
Transform a humble head of red cabbage into a vibrant, sweet-and-savory masterpiece with our 'Red Cabbage with Apples and Spices Crock Pot' recipe. Perfectly suited for slow cooking, this dish combines the crisp tartness of Granny Smith apples, the aromatic warmth of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, and a touch of brown sugar to create a comforting and flavorful side that pairs beautifully with roast meats and sausages. Layers of cabbage, apples, and onion soak up the tangy richness of apple cider vinegar while gently simmering for hours, resulting in tender perfection with minimal effort. Optional butter adds extra depth to the dish, making it an irresistible crowd-pleaser at your next gathering. With easy prep and hands-free cooking, this recipe is a cozy addition to any table during fall or holiday celebrations!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium head (about 2 pounds) red cabbage
- 2 large apples (preferably tart, like Granny Smith)
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 0.25 cup apple cider vinegar
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar (light or dark)
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoon cloves (ground)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons butter (optional, for added richness)
Instructions
Remove the outer leaves of the red cabbage, then halve and core it. Slice the cabbage thinly (approximately 1/4-inch strips) and set aside.
Peel, core, and slice the apples into thin wedges. Set aside.
Peel and thinly slice the yellow onion into half-moons.
In the crock pot, layer half of the sliced cabbage, apples, and onions.
Sprinkle half of the apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, salt, and pepper over the top.
Repeat the layering process with the remaining cabbage, apples, and onions, and the rest of the spices, vinegar, and sugar.
Cut the butter into small cubes and scatter it over the top (if using).
Cover the crock pot with a lid and cook on low heat for 4 to 5 hours, or until the cabbage is tender and the flavors are well combined.
Stir the mixture occasionally to ensure even cooking and distribution of flavors.
Taste and adjust the seasonings (salt, pepper, or a touch of vinegar) before serving.
Serve warm as a side dish to roast meats, sausages, or other hearty main courses.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
160 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 4.5 g | 6% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.4 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 10 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 373 mg | 16% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 31.3 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.8 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.0 g | ||
| Protein | 2.9 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 97 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 492 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.
