Chef John’s Red Cabbage, Gently Braised

Name: Chef John’s Red Cabbage, Gently Braised
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Austrian, German
Ingredients: 2 tbsp Butter; 1 pinch Caraway Seed; 1 whole Red Cabbage; 0.25 cup Red Wine; 2 tbsp Red Wine Vinegar; 1 pinch Salt; 2 tbsp Sugar; 0.33 cup Water

Side Dish 🥗 Austrian 🇦🇹German 🇩🇪 Low-Carb Low-Sodium Gluten-Free Vegetarian 🥦Plant-Based 🌻Pescatarian 🐟

Chef John’s Red Cabbage, Gently Braised balances tangy red wine and vinegar with a touch of sweetness, letting the cabbage turn tender and deeply flavored. A hint of caraway adds warmth and an aromatic note that complements roasted meats or holiday spreads. Serve it as a vibrant side that brings color and bright, balanced acidity to rich main courses.

Prep10 mins
Cook10 mins
Serves4
DifficultyEasy

1

Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat; add the cabbage and cook until it starts to soften, 1 to 2 minutes. Season with salt to taste. Pour in the water, wine, and vinegar; stir to combine. Stir in the sugar and caraway seeds.
2

Stir and cook until the liquid evaporates and the cabbage is tender, about 5 minutes. If the cabbage isn’t tender, add a splash of water and cook a few minutes longer.