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Blaukraut (German Red Cabbage)

This gently braised red cabbage blends buttery caramelized notes with apple’s mellow sweetness and a bright lift from cider vinegar. Subtle warmth from onions and a touch of lingonberry jam round it out, making Blaukraut (German Red Cabbage) a festive side for roasts, sausages, or holiday spreads. It’s tender, balanced, and deeply comforting.

  • Prep15 mins
  • Cook45 mins
  • Serves8
  • DifficultyEasy
Blaukraut (German Red Cabbage)
  1. 1

    Melt the butter in a large stock pot. Add the sugar and cook, stirring, until it turns a light caramel color. Add the onion and apples; cook and stir until the onions begin to soften. Add the cabbage and cook until warmed through.

  2. 2

    Stir in the broth, apple cider vinegar, and salt. Cover and simmer until the flavors are well blended. Season with salt and pepper, and stir in the lingonberry jam near the end of the cooking time if desired.

About This Recipe

Blaukraut (German Red Cabbage) is an Austrian side dish recipe made with 9 ingredients. It takes about 1 hr, serves 8, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Apple Cider Vinegar, Black Pepper, Lingonberry Fruit Spread, and Onion. Each serving provides about 98.53 kcal.

Recipe Questions

What is Blaukraut (German Red Cabbage)?
It is an Austrian recipe made with 9 ingredients, usually served for side dish.
What is Blaukraut (German Red Cabbage) made of?
The main ingredients are Apple Cider Vinegar, Black Pepper, Lingonberry Fruit Spread, Onion, Red Cabbage. The full list of 9 is above.
How long does it take to make Blaukraut (German Red Cabbage)?
About 1 hr in total: 15 mins to prepare and 45 mins to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?
One serving provides about 98.53 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Blaukraut (German Red Cabbage) easy to make?
This recipe is rated easy, with 9 ingredients and 2 steps.

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