German Red Cabbage
I have to admit, I really enjoy creating new recipes and taste experiences. It’s also more enjoyable when my husband participates along with my “experimentation”. But what about when the roles are reversed; my partner becomes the creator and I become (let’s face it) the guinea pig. Well that is exactly what happened here.
It all started because David is German and as you know, Germans love their cabbage. Me being the French lady from Québec, dislikes cabbage. You can guess this vegetable wasn’t really a staple in our kitchen until David decided to create this recipe. Until that day, I was able to live without cabbage…
The first time he made his German Red Cabbage, I remember being in the office away from the kitchen and complaining about the smell of the cabbage cooking! Although I was whining, he still brought a spoonful of his new creation over for me to try (perhaps it was his way to make me shut up… lol!). Surprisingly, I loved it! The combination of ingredients turns this plain vegetable into something delicious!
We now eat his amazing German Red Cabbage dish quite often. Every time he cooks it, I try not to complain (still can’t stand the smell when it starts cooking) knowing how wonderful this side dish will be. It’s a great side for Steaks, Chicken, Lamb, and so on or just a nice dish to have with Burgers and Hot Dogs. Paired with Pork Schnitzel or Beef Rouladen, this is a fantastic German feast you can enjoy at home!
This German Red Cabbage recipe is definitely a must try and for those of you who don’t like the smell of cabbage when it’s cooking… I hate to say it but suck it up because you’re about to experience something amazing! Now here’s another side dish recipe with cabbage you will love… my Summer Creamy Coleslaw!
Bon Appétit!
Here are a few tasty side dish recipes for you to enjoy…
– Vegetable Medley
– Green Beans with Chili-Orange Oil
– Moroccan Couscous Salad
– Popovers
– Old-Fashioned Stuffing with Giblets
– Smoky Bacon Creamed Corn
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German Red Cabbage
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Ingredients
- 3 cups red cabbage, thinly sliced & about 2-inches long
- 1 large apple (such as Gala, Spartan or McIntosh), peeled, cored and diced
- 1/4 cup red onions, diced
- 2 tbsp. butter tips & tricks
- 1 1/2 tbsp. brown sugar, such as demerara
- 1 1/2 ounces organic apple cider vinegar
- 1 1/2 ounces water
- 1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper, or to taste (I always use mixed peppercorns)
- 1/2 tsp. ground cloves Footnote
Directions
- In a deep saucepan over medium heat, add butter and when it starts sizzling, add the onions; sauté for about 2 to 3 minutes.
- Add apple and sugar; cook for 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in vinegar, water and cabbage; add pepper and cloves.
- Bring to a boil then reduce the heat to low, cover and simmer until the cabbage is tender, about 40 minutes, stirring often.
Notes
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