Sweet and Sour Red Cabbage
Transform your table with the vibrant hues and irresistible flavors of Sweet and Sour Red Cabbage—a classic side dish that pairs tender, slow-simmered red cabbage with the tangy-sweet harmony of apple cider vinegar and brown sugar. This recipe elevates humble ingredients like crisp apples, soft onions, and fragrant ground cloves into a dish that’s both comforting and sophisticated. Ready in under an hour, it’s perfect for weeknight dinners or holiday feasts, offering a balance of sweetness and acidity that complements roasted meats or hearty vegetarian mains. Best of all, this make-ahead-friendly dish tastes even better the next day, letting the robust flavors deepen for an unforgettable culinary experience.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium-sized head red cabbage
- 1 large apple
- 1 medium-sized onion
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 cup water
- 0.25 teaspoons ground cloves
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Remove the outer leaves from the red cabbage and slice it into thin shreds, discarding the core.
Peel and core the apple, then grate or finely dice it.
Peel the onion and slice it thinly.
In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the sliced onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes, until softened and translucent.
Stir in the shredded cabbage and grated apple. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly wilted.
Add the apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, water, ground cloves, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir well to combine.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and simmer for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is tender and the flavors have melded together.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or a splash of vinegar if desired.
Serve warm as a side dish, or refrigerate and reheat for later. It keeps well and tastes even better the next day!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
761 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.6 g | 32% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.2 g | 66% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 66 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 2732 mg | 119% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 134.7 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.0 g | 86% | |
| Total Sugars | 85.5 g | ||
| Protein | 11.2 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 435 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 7.0 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 2393 mg | 51% | |
*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.
