Swedish Cabbage
Discover the comforting flavors of traditional Swedish cuisine with this irresistible Swedish Cabbage recipe, a perfect side dish for any meal. Featuring tender green cabbage caramelized in butter and dark brown sugar, this dish gets a delightful tang from a splash of white vinegar and is enriched with the warm, earthy notes of ground allspice. Simmered to perfection in savory vegetable broth, it transforms into a melt-in-your-mouth accompaniment that pairs beautifully with meats, potatoes, or even on its own. Ready in just 45 minutes with minimal ingredients, this Swedish classic strikes the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and slightly tangy flavors. Ideal for cozy family dinners or to elevate your holiday table, this beautifully seasoned cabbage dish will quickly become a favorite in your recipe rotation.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium head green cabbage
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons white vinegar
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon ground allspice
Instructions
Remove any wilted outer leaves from the cabbage, then cut it into quarters and remove the core. Slice the cabbage into thin strips.
In a large skillet or sauté pan, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the shredded cabbage to the skillet and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it softens and begins to caramelize.
Sprinkle the brown sugar over the cabbage and stir well to coat. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the sugar to dissolve and the cabbage to take on a slightly glossy appearance.
Pour in the white vinegar and stir to combine. Cook for 2 minutes to let the vinegar evaporate slightly.
Add the vegetable broth, salt, black pepper, and ground allspice to the pan. Stir everything together.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let the cabbage simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it is tender and the flavors have melded together.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed, then serve warm as a side dish or over potatoes or meats for a more filling meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
495 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.9 g | 47% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.7 g | 98% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 99 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 3202 mg | 139% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 35.1 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.6 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.7 g | ||
| Protein | 9.1 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 186 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 3.1 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 1048 mg | 22% | |
*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.
