Braised Red Cabbage with Apple, Juniper, and Red Wine
Make Braised Red Cabbage with Apple, Juniper, and Red Wine, an European dinner recipe with red cabbage, unsalted butter, yellow onion. It has about 1 hr 30 min, about 190 calories per serving. Get ingredients, step-by-step instructions, nutrition estimates, FAQs, and Recipe Genius app tools.
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Braised Red Cabbage with Apple, Juniper, and Red Wine is an European dinner recipe that takes about 1 hr 30 min, makes 8 servings, has about 190 calories per serving. Use the ingredients and steps below, or open it in Recipe Genius for guided Cook Mode, timers, serving changes, and a shopping list.
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- 1 large head red cabbage
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 large yellow onion
- 2 medium Granny Smith apples
- 0.5 cup red wine vinegar
- 0.5 cup dry red wine
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp juniper berries
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 0.5 cup chicken or vegetable broth
How to make Braised Red Cabbage with Apple, Juniper, and Red Wine
- In a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot, melt 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (or heat olive oil for a vegan option) over medium heat.
- Add 1 large thinly sliced yellow onion and cook, stirring occasionally, for 8-10 minutes until softened and translucent.
- Add the 1 large cored and thinly sliced red cabbage to the pot. It will seem like a lot, but it will cook down significantly. Stir well to combine with the onions.
- Cook the cabbage for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it begins to wilt and soften. Add 2 medium thinly sliced Granny Smith apples and continue cooking for another 5 minutes.
- Pour in 1/2 cup red wine vinegar and 1/2 cup dry red wine. Stir in 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar, 1 teaspoon lightly crushed juniper berries, and 1 bay leaf. Season with 1 teaspoon salt and 0.5 teaspoon black pepper.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot tightly, and braise for 60-90 minutes, stirring every 20-30 minutes.
- The cabbage is done when it is very tender and has absorbed most of the liquid. If it seems too dry, add up to 1/2 cup chicken or vegetable broth. If it's too wet, remove the lid for the last 15-20 minutes of cooking to allow some liquid to evaporate.
- Taste and adjust seasonings as needed, adding more salt, pepper, or a touch more sugar or vinegar if desired for balance. Remove the bay leaf before serving.
- Serve the braised red cabbage hot as a flavorful and colorful side dish for your Thanksgiving dinner.
Braised Red Cabbage with Apple, Juniper, and Red Wine FAQ
How do I make Braised Red Cabbage with Apple, Juniper, and Red Wine?
Make Braised Red Cabbage with Apple, Juniper, and Red Wine by gathering the ingredients below, following the step-by-step instructions, and checking that everything is cooked safely before serving.
What ingredients are in Braised Red Cabbage with Apple, Juniper, and Red Wine?
The main ingredients include red cabbage, unsalted butter, yellow onion, Granny Smith apples, red wine vinegar. The full ingredient list is included on this page.
How long does Braised Red Cabbage with Apple, Juniper, and Red Wine take?
This recipe takes about 1 hr 30 min, depending on prep speed and kitchen equipment.
How many calories are in Braised Red Cabbage with Apple, Juniper, and Red Wine?
Recipe Genius estimates about 190 calories per serving. Nutrition is estimated, so use your own labels when precision matters.
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