Braised Cabbage

Transform humble ingredients into a dish bursting with flavor with this comforting Braised Cabbage recipe. Featuring tender green cabbage, sweet carrots, and aromatic onions all simmered in a savory broth with a hint of apple cider vinegar, this hearty side dish is a true celebration of simple, wholesome cooking. Enhanced with fresh thyme and finished with a sprinkle of chopped parsley, this dish is an excellent accompaniment to roasted meats, hearty stews, or even as a vegetarian main course option. Perfectly balanced with savory and tangy notes and ready in just an hour, this easy braised cabbage recipe is a must-try for fans of classic, cozy comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 medium head green cabbage
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 medium, sliced onion
• 2 minced garlic cloves
• 2 medium, sliced carrots
• 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 sprigs fresh thyme
• 2 tablespoons chopped parsley

Directions

Step 1

Remove the outer leaves from the cabbage, cut it into quarters, remove the core, and slice it thinly.

Step 2

In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat until the butter is melted and the mixture is hot.

Step 3

Add the sliced onion and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until soft and translucent.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and sliced carrots, and cook for another 2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant.

Step 5

Stir in the sliced cabbage, and cook for about 5 minutes until it starts to wilt.

Step 6

Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and apple cider vinegar. Season with salt and black pepper, then add the sprigs of fresh thyme.

Step 7

Cover the pot, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for 30 minutes or until the cabbage is tender, stirring occasionally.

Step 8

Remove the thyme sprigs before serving. Garnish the braised cabbage with chopped parsley.

Step 9

Adjust seasonings to taste and serve warm as a comforting side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	959.5 grams (959.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	699

Total Fat 53.60g	69%
Saturated Fat 18.70g	94%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.80g
Cholesterol 62mg	21%
Sodium 3390mg	147%
Total Carbohydrate 53.10g	19%
Dietary Fiber 15.50g	55%
Total Sugars 25.00g
Protein 10.30g	21%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 273mg	21%
Iron 4mg	22%
Potassium 1404mg	30%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 65.5%

Protein: 5.6%

Carbs: 28.9%