German-Style Sweet and Sour Red Cabbage

Recipes

German-Style Sweet and Sour Red Cabbage

Ingredients:

  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1/2 large red cabbage, sliced into 1/4-inch thick strips
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions:

  1. Sautéing the Cabbage:
    • In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the red cabbage slices and toss them in the butter until they are well-coated. Continue to sauté the cabbage until it starts to wilt, about 5 minutes.
  2. Simmer with Sugar and Vinegar:
    • Sprinkle the sugar over the sautéed cabbage, tossing again to ensure an even coating. Pour the balsamic vinegar into the pot. Increase the heat until the mixture begins to simmer, then lower the heat to medium-low.
  3. Cover and Cook:
    • Cover the pot and allow the cabbage to simmer gently. Stir the mixture occasionally, cooking until the cabbage is tender but still retains some texture, which should take about 30 to 45 minutes.
  4. Seasoning:
    • Finalize the dish by seasoning with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper according to your taste preferences.

This German-inspired sweet and sour red cabbage dish is the perfect blend of tangy and sweet, serving as an excellent side for a variety of main courses.