Description
Braised cabbage is a comforting dish that elevates simple ingredients into a delectable delight. Tender green cabbage is slowly cooked in a sweet and savory glaze, making it the perfect accompaniment for chilly evenings or festive gatherings. With its vibrant colors and rich aroma, this dish not only satisfies but also creates lasting memories around the dinner table. Ideal for meal prep and adaptable to various dietary needs, braised cabbage is an easy recipe that even novice cooks can master.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large head of green cabbage (about 2 lbs), chopped
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 medium carrots, shredded or thinly sliced
- 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Remove outer leaves from the cabbage, slice into quarters, remove the core, and chop into bite-sized pieces. Finely chop the onion and garlic; shred or slice the carrots.
- Sauté aromatics: Heat a splash of oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onions and cook until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add garlic for another minute until fragrant.
- Add cabbage: Stir in chopped cabbage, cooking until it starts to wilt (about 3 minutes).
- Pour in flavor: Add carrots, vegetable broth, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
- Simmer: Cover skillet with a lid and reduce heat to low. Simmer for about 30-40 minutes until tender.
- Serve: Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Transfer to plates or bowls as a side dish or main course.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg