Braised Red Cabbage

Transform your cozy dining experience with this vibrant and flavorful Braised Red Cabbage recipe—a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and savory notes. Made with tender red cabbage, crisp apples, and caramelized onions, this dish is infused with the richness of butter, the warmth of ground cloves, and the zesty brightness of red wine vinegar and apple cider. Simmered to perfection with bay leaves for an aromatic touch, this comforting, easy-to-prepare side dish pairs beautifully with roasted meats or serves as a satisfying vegetarian option. Ideal for holiday feasts or weeknight dinners, this recipe is a must-try for adding a burst of color and flavor to your table. Ready in just over an hour, it’s a testament to how simple ingredients can deliver extraordinary results.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:70 mins

Total Time:85 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 large head red cabbage
• 2 large apple
• 1 large onion
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 cup apple cider
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 bay leaves
• 0.25 teaspoon ground cloves

Directions

Step 1

Remove the outer leaves of the red cabbage, then cut it into quarters and remove the core. Thinly slice the cabbage and set aside.

Step 2

Peel, core, and thinly slice the apples. Peel and thinly slice the onion.

Step 3

In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the sliced onion and sauté until it becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the thinly sliced red cabbage and apple. Cook for 5 minutes, occasionally stirring, until the cabbage starts to soften.

Step 5

Sprinkle the brown sugar over the cabbage and apple mixture, then pour in the red wine vinegar and apple cider. Stir to combine.

Step 6

Season with salt, black pepper, and ground cloves. Add the bay leaves to the pot.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let the cabbage simmer gently for about 60 minutes, or until the cabbage is tender and the flavors have melded together, stirring occasionally.

Step 8

Remove the lid for the last 10 minutes of cooking to allow some of the liquid to evaporate. Adjust seasonings to taste.

Step 9

Remove the bay leaves before serving. Serve warm as a side dish to your favorite roasted meats or on its own for a flavorful vegetarian option.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2237.6 grams (2237.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1157

Total Fat 26.00g	33%
Saturated Fat 13.50g	68%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.00g
Cholesterol 66mg	22%
Sodium 2868mg	125%
Total Carbohydrate 231.40g	84%
Dietary Fiber 41.30g	148%
Total Sugars 146.40g
Protein 18.20g	36%

Vitamin D 5IU	23%
Calcium 688mg	53%
Iron 12mg	64%
Potassium 4169mg	89%

*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: 19.0%

Protein: 5.9%

Carbs: 75.1%