Description
This German Red Cabbage (Rotkohl) is a flavorful and colorful side dish, perfect for adding a traditional touch to your holiday meals. The cabbage pairs beautifully with German main dishes.
Ingredients
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- 1 medium red cabbage, shredded
- 1 large apple, cubed (preferably Granny Smith)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 2 whole cloves
- 1 bay leaf
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Shred the cabbage, chop the onion, and cube the apple.
- Sauté the Onion: Heat oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Add Cabbage and Apples: Add shredded cabbage and apple cubes to the pot, stirring to combine.
- Add Vinegar, Sugar, and Spices: Pour in vinegar, sprinkle with brown sugar, and add cloves and bay leaf.
- Simmer: Cover the pot, reduce heat, and simmer for 1-1.5 hours, stirring occasionally until cabbage is tender.
- Season and Serve: Remove bay leaf and cloves, season with salt and pepper to taste, and serve warm.
Notes
Sweetness Adjustment: Feel free to add more or less brown sugar depending on your preference.
Leftover Storage: Rotkohl can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week, making it a great make-ahead dish for holiday meals.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Category: Side dish
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 1g