How to Make Sweet and Sour Red Cabbage - A Step-by-Step Guide

Sweet and sour red cabbage is a delicious and versatile dish that is a staple in many European cuisines. This recipe combines the sweetness of brown sugar and the tanginess of red wine vinegar to create a flavor profile that is both complex and satisfying. The vibrant red color of the cabbage adds a pop of color to any dinner table, making it an ideal side dish for holidays and special occasions.

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Ingredients

  • 1 medium head red cabbage, shredded
  • 1 quart water
  • salt to taste
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon caraway seeds
  • ½ cup vinegar
  • ¼ cup butter

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Place cabbage in a medium saucepan. Add water and salt and bring to a boil. Stir in brown sugar and caraway seeds; cook until cabbage is tender, about 12 minutes. Drain.
  • Toss cabbage with vinegar and butter in a medium bowl until thoroughly coated.
  • Nutrition

    210 cal.

    • Total Fat: 12g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 31mg
    • Sodium: 264mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 26g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 23g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Vitamin C: 13mg
    • Calcium: 58mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 155mg