Description
This delightful dish is a perfect symphony of sweet and tangy flavors, with the tender, slightly crisp red cabbage mingling beautifully with the soft, sweet apples and aromatic spices.
Ingredients
1 medium head red cabbage (about 2 lbs), cored and thinly sliced
2 tbsp unsalted butter or olive oil
1 yellow onion, thinly sliced
2 tart apples (Honeycrisp or Granny Smith), cored and diced
1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
1/4 cup pure maple syrup or dark brown sugar
1/2 cup apple juice or water
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp ground cloves
Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
Gently saut the onion and apples in butter until softened. Add the sliced red cabbage and stir to combine with the softened ingredients. Pour in the apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, apple juice, cinnamon, cloves, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer, cover, and cook until the cabbage is tender and delicious.
Notes
Slice your cabbage and onion thinly and evenly. This ensures they cook at the same rate and absorb the flavors beautifully.
Make sure your pot is large enough to comfortably hold all the ingredients. If it’s too full, the cabbage will steam rather than braise, affecting the texture.
Seasoning is key. Taste the cabbage towards the end of the cooking time and adjust salt, pepper, or even a touch more vinegar or sweetener if needed to achieve your perfect sweet and tangy balance.
Once you’ve covered the pot, maintain a gentle simmer. A vigorous boil can break down the cabbage too quickly, making it mushy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45-60 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: N/A
- Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: N/A
- Protein: N/A