Savory Stewed Cabbage
Warm, hearty, and packed with flavor, Savory Stewed Cabbage is the ultimate comfort food perfect for any season. Tender cabbage is simmered with crispy bacon, caramelized onions, and aromatic garlic in a flavorful broth infused with caraway seeds and a hint of tangy apple cider vinegar. This dish is slow-cooked to perfection, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully while delivering a rich, rustic taste. A sprinkle of fresh parsley and the irresistible crunch of bacon make for a delightful finishing touch. Whether you serve it as a side dish or pair it with crusty bread for a simple yet satisfying main, this easy one-pot recipe is a nutritious and soul-warming choice. Keywords like “stewed cabbage,” “one-pot recipe,” and “hearty side dish” make it an excellent fit for your next cozy dinner menu or quick midweek meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium head cabbage
- 4 slices bacon
- 1 large onion
- 3 cloves garlic
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon caraway seeds
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Instructions
Begin by preparing your ingredients: Slice the cabbage in half, remove the core, and then cut into 1-inch strips. Dice the onion and mince the garlic. Chop the bacon into small pieces.
In a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the bacon pieces and cook until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to remove the bacon and set aside, leaving the bacon fat in the pot.
Add the diced onion to the pot and sauté in the bacon fat until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
Add the sliced cabbage to the pot and stir to combine with the onions and garlic. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage begins to soften and wilt.
Pour in the vegetable broth and add the salt, black pepper, caraway seeds, and bay leaf. Stir well to combine and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Cover the pot and reduce the heat to low. Let the cabbage stew gently for about 30 minutes, or until it is tender and flavors are well combined. Stir occasionally and add a splash of water if the liquid reduces too much.
Remove the bay leaf and stir in the apple cider vinegar. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper, if needed.
Just before serving, stir the crispy bacon back into the cabbage and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
Serve the stewed cabbage hot, either as a savory side dish or alongside hearty bread for a comforting meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
825 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 44.7 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.3 g | 46% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 32 mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 4120 mg | 179% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 84.3 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.8 g | 81% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.7 g | ||
| Protein | 29.8 g | 60% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 366 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 6.9 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 2347 mg | 50% | |
*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.
