Braised Purple Cabbage

5 from 1 vote

Add vibrant color to your dinner table with our flavorful Braised Purple Cabbage recipe! Tender cabbage, sweet apple, and savory bacon make this delicious side dish.

Course Dinner, Side Dish

Cuisine American

Keyword Braised Purple Cabbage, Braised red Cabbage, Purple Cabbage recipe

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 35

Total Time 50

Servings

Calories 371

Author Erren Hart

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
½ lb bacon or pancetta, chopped (optional)
1 onion thinly sliced
Salt and pepper to taste
4 cups purple cabbage shredded
1 large apple peeled, cored, and thinly sliced (sweet red)
⅓ cup wine red or white
¼ cup water
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons brown sugar

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Instructions

Prepare Bacon/Pancetta (Optional): In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add bacon or pancetta and cook until crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside on a paper towel-lined plate, leaving fat in the pot.
Sauté Onion: Add sliced onion to the pot and sauté until soft and translucent, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Add Cabbage and Apple: Stir in shredded cabbage and sliced apple, cooking until the cabbage starts to wilt, about 5 minutes.
Deglaze: Pour in wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
Add Liquids and Sugar: Add water, apple cider vinegar, and brown sugar. Stir to combine.
Braise: Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low. Cover and let simmer for 25-30 minutes, until cabbage is tender. Stir occasionally.
Finish: Return the cooked bacon or pancetta to the pot. Stir to distribute evenly. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Serve: Enjoy your braised red cabbage hot as a flavorful and colorful side dish.

Notes

Approximate Serving Size: 1 cup

Step-by-Step Guide

Check out the step-by-step photos just below the recipe card to guide you every step of the way!

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