Caraway-Spiced Red Cabbage
Braised red cabbage is a very popular vegetable side in Germany, and almost every family has a variation of their own. I definitely prefer mine with a hefty dose of caraway for an authentic Central European touch. It is a perfect side to roast pork or game.
Caraway-Spiced Red Cabbage
Servings: 7
Calories: 156kcal
Ingredients
- 3 slices thick-cut bacon , diced
- 2 cups sliced onions , from about 1 large onion
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic , from about 3 cloves
- 1 tablespoon caraway seeds , plus more for garnish
- 1 medium red cabbage , shredded, about 1 pound
- ½ cup water , divided
- 1 large Granny Smith apple , cored and diced
- Juice of ½ lemon
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- Kosher or fine sea salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- Fresh parsley , for garnish
Instructions
- In a large sauté pan, dry fry the bacon over medium heat until golden brown, about 5-10 minutes.
- Sir in the onions and cook until soft, about 5-8 minutes. Stir in the garlic and caraway seeds and cook until fragrant, 1-2 minutes. Sir in the cabbage and ¼ cup of water; cover and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in the apple, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, and another ¼ cup of water; season to taste with salt and pepper, cover, and cook for 10-12 minutes, or until the cabbage is tender. Stir in the maple syrup.
- Adjust the seasonings, if needed, and serve sprinkled with caraway seeds and chopped fresh parsley.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Caraway-Spiced Red Cabbage
Amount Per Serving
Calories 156
Calories from Fat 63
% Daily Value*
Fat 7g11%
Saturated Fat 2g10%
Trans Fat 1g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 3g
Cholesterol 10mg3%
Sodium 139mg6%
Potassium 458mg13%
Carbohydrates 22g7%
Fiber 4g16%
Sugar 13g14%
Protein 5g10%
Vitamin A 1363IU27%
Vitamin C 78mg95%
Calcium 84mg8%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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