Buttered-Braised Cabbage

Buttered-Braised Cabbage
  • PREP TIME
    5 mins
  • COOK TIME
    12 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    20 mins
  • SERVING
    6 People
  • VIEWS
    88

Transform humble cabbage into a caramelized delight with this simple yet elegant recipe. The butter-braising technique coaxes out the cabbage's natural sweetness, while a touch of black pepper adds a subtle warmth.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    12 g
  • Cholesterol
    20 mg
  • Fiber
    5 g
  • Protein
    3 g
  • Saturated Fat
    5 g
  • Sodium
    90 mg
  • Sugar
    6 g
  • Fat
    8 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step
2 mins

In a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, melt 3 tablespoons of butter over medium-low heat until shimmering. (2 minutes)

02

Step
1 mins

Add the shredded cabbage and top with the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter. (1 minute)

03

Step
10 mins

Cover the pot tightly and cook, undisturbed, until the cabbage is tender and slightly softened, about 10 minutes.

04

Step
3 mins

Remove the lid and stir the cabbage to evenly coat it with the melted butter, allowing it to lightly caramelize. (3 minutes)

05

Step
3 mins

Remove from heat, cover, and let stand for 3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

06

Step
1 mins

Season generously with freshly ground black pepper to taste before serving. (1 minute)

For a richer flavor, use browned butter. Cook the butter over medium heat until it turns a nutty brown color and smells fragrant before adding the cabbage.
Add a splash of apple cider vinegar or white wine vinegar towards the end of cooking for a touch of acidity to balance the richness of the butter.
Feel free to add other seasonings such as garlic powder, onion powder, or red pepper flakes to customize the flavor.
This dish pairs well with roasted meats, sausages, or as a side for a vegetarian meal.

Dejuan Windler

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.9/ 5 ( 29 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (9)
  • Amie Hudson

    My kids actually ate their vegetables! I'm so grateful for this simple, tasty recipe.

  • Brandyn Torp

    I added a little garlic powder, and it was amazing!

  • Clifton Goldnerbaumbach

    I've been looking for a simple cabbage recipe and this is it!

  • Rosalinda Zboncak

    I doubled the recipe for a family gathering and it was all gone!

  • Bobby Frami

    I didn't have green cabbage, so I used savoy cabbage instead. It worked perfectly!

  • Jessie Mann

    Great quick and healthy side dish.

  • Jacynthe Brown

    I never thought cabbage could taste so good. Thanks for sharing!

  • Zechariah Dubuque

    This recipe is so easy and delicious! I've made it several times now, and it's always a hit.

  • Hermann Gislason

    The resting period really makes a difference in the flavor.

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