Description
A traditional German red cabbage recipe featuring tender, sweet, and tangy cabbage cooked with onions and apples. This dish is perfect as a warm or cold side, offering a classic balance of flavors and a vibrant color that complements many meals.
Ingredients
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Vegetables & Fruits
- 1 medium onion, halved and sliced
- 1 medium apple, sliced
- 1 medium head red cabbage, shredded (about 8 cups)
Seasonings & Condiments
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1/3 cup white vinegar
- 3/4 teaspoon salt, optional
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Slice the onion and apple, and shred the red cabbage to have all components ready for cooking.
- Sauté Onion and Apple: In a large Dutch oven coated with cooking spray, cook and stir the sliced onion and apple over medium heat for about 5 minutes until the onion becomes tender and translucent.
- Add Remaining Ingredients: Stir in the shredded cabbage, sugar, white vinegar, salt (if using), and pepper into the pot with the onion and apple.
- Cook Covered: Cover the Dutch oven and cook over medium heat until the cabbage is tender, which takes approximately 1 hour. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
- Serve: Once tender, serve the red cabbage warm as a side dish or allow it to cool and serve cold, depending on preference.
Notes
- Optional salt allows for seasoning adjustments according to taste and dietary needs.
- This recipe can be made ahead and tastes even better the next day after flavors meld.
- Use a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot to ensure even cooking without burning.
- Adjust sugar and vinegar proportions slightly to customize sweetness and tanginess.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/10 of recipe (approx. 1 cup)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 0.2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
