Fall Apart Caramelized Cabbage

This fall apart caramelized cabbage turns a humble vegetable into a show-stopper. When you let it cook slowly for a long time it develops the most delicious flavor and soft texture.

use the braising method:

Braising cabbage is what ultimately delivers the best texture and flavor. In order to braise something you need to lightly fry it, and then simmer it with a cover or lid.

Patience will pay off with the end result. You’ll have an elevated side dish that only uses a few simple ingredients.

Fall apart caramelized cabbage ingredients:

• Olive Oil
• Cabbage
• Onions
• Vegetable Broth
• Water
• Salt, Pepper
• Dried Cranberries

the steps:

Brown the cabbage.

Sauté the onions.

Add the broth and water.

Flip the cabbage and braise it until it’s soft.

Use the right pan:

To make sure your cabbage doesn’t stick to the pan while frying it, try to use a non-stick pan. Otherwise, use a high-quality stainless steel pan but make sure to use enough oil.

In addition to using the right pan, you’ll want to allow the cabbage to fry for a while so that it browns completely and flips easily.

variations for this fall apart caramelized cabbage:

You can add all sorts of ingredients to this recipe and play around with different flavors.

Fill it with vegetables:

Add carrots, mushrooms, herbs, and spices.

Use purple cabbage:

You can use purple cabbage instead of green cabbage and it’ll be just as delicious.

Benefits of cabbage:

The benefits of cabbage are endless. In addition to being an affordable vegetable, it’s good for brain health and bone health. It’s also an excellent choice for weight loss and detoxing.

The topping:

A pretty topping will make this fall apart cabbage look beautiful. We chose dried cranberries for their rich color but you can also use raisins for the same effect.

what to serve this cabbage with:

This dish will enhance any holiday table along with some more of our festive dishes:

• Delmonico Roast
• Roasted Sweet Potatoes
• Apple & Pear Pie Crisp
  
  

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5 from 2 votes

Fall Apart Caramelized Cabbage

This fall apart caramelized cabbage turns a humble vegetable into a show-stopper. When you let it cook slowly for a long time, it develops the most delicious flavor and soft texture.

Prep Time5 minutes mins

Cook Time40 minutes mins

Total Time45 minutes mins

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: European

Keyword: Fall Apart Caramelized Cabbage

Servings: 4

Calories: 110kcal

Ingredients

• 1 head of green cabbage, cut into chunks
• 1 onion, sliced into half rings
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1/3 cup vegetable broth
• 1/3 cup water
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 cup dried cranberries (optional)

Instructions

• Heat half of the olive oil in a big frying pan. The cabbage should be cooked in two batches or using two frying pans because one pan won't fit an entire cabbage.
• When the oil is hot add the amount of cabbage that will fit in the pan, and season with half the salt and pepper.
• Cover the pot and let the cabbage cook until the bottom has browned; around six minutes.
• Flip the cabbage over carefully using a pair of tongs.
• Add half the onions and let them fry for around five minutes, mixing them from time to time.
• Add half the broth and water, mix everything well, and cover the pan.
• Simmer for around 30 minutes or until the cabbage is caramelized and the water has evaporated.
• Place the cooked cabbage on a lined plate to cool off.
• Heat the rest of the olive oil in the same pan and repeat the process with the rest of the ingredients.
• Top the cabbage with dried cranberries for an extra pop of color.

Notes

The cabbage can refrigerated for around three days. To reheat it place it in a 250-degree oven for around 25 minutes.