Wintry Braised Red Cabbage, Plus Some Jelly Recipe on Food52 (2024)

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by: Nicholas Day

November24,2013

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  • Prep time 10 minutes
  • Cook time 2 hours 15 minutes
  • Serves 6

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Author Notes

A classic, with the technique inspired by Molly Stevens's wonderful braised green cabbage. I like to take the browning a little too far -- I want the edges slightly crisp and charred, which plays beautifully off the rest of the tender long-braised cabbage. —Nicholas Day

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What You'll Need

Ingredients
  • 1 medium head red cabbage (about 2 pounds)
  • 4 tablespoonsbutter, melted
  • 1/4 cupred wine vinegar
  • 2 apples, relatively tart, peeled and sliced
  • 1/4 cupred or black currant jelly
Directions
  1. Heat the oven to 325 degrees. Oil a large baking dish (9-by-13-inch, ideally) with half of the melted butter.
  2. Peel the outer leaves from the cabbage and cut it into 8 wedges. Nestle the wedges in the baking dish, more or less in a single layer. Salt liberally and drizzle the remaining butter and 1/4 cup water over the top. Cover tightly with foil and braise for an hour.
  3. After an hour, gently turn over each wedge and slide the sliced apples in among the cabbage. Drizzle the red wine vinegar over the top. Cover again with foil and braise for another hour.
  4. Take the cabbage out of the oven and remove the foil. It should be so tender it nearly melts. Increase the heat of the oven to 425 degrees. While the oven is warming up, drizzle the 1/4 cup currant jelly over the cabbage and gently incorporate it. Then slide the cabbage back in the oven and cook for another 15 or so minutes, until the wedges have started to brown. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Tags:

  • Scandinavian
  • American
  • Currant
  • Red Wine
  • Jam/Jelly
  • Vegetable
  • Vinegar
  • Cabbage
  • 5 Ingredients or Fewer
  • Make Ahead
  • Serves a Crowd
  • One-Pot Wonders

Recipe by: Nicholas Day

I'm the author of a book on the science and history of infancy, Baby Meets World. My website is nicholasday.net; I tweet over at @nicksday. And if you need any good playdoh recipes, just ask.

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19 Reviews

melissa L. March 8, 2022

This is SO good! Very diet-friendly also, especially if you cut back the butter just enough to lightly coat the cabbage and prevent sticking. I used sugar free blackberry jam, I had it on hand, and it provided the necessary tartness. I also put the jam in the microwave for a few (10?) seconds to make it runny enough to drizzle. I had cut the recipe to 1/4, which would require 1/2 an apple (the Honeycrisp I had on hand worked well tastewise) but I will increase the apple to at least double that amount because after the amount of oven time, there is not much discernable apple remaining! Love the char. So glad I had that leftover red cabbage to use up!

paddyk February 7, 2022

WOW! This is amazing! Easy to make and one of the best new recipes I've tried in a long time. Next time I will put in more apples, even though I used two large ones. Thankyou!

Jane December 20, 2020

Only a few ingredients and so outstanding. I've made this with apricot and strawberry-rhubarb jams. Both were amazing. Added sausages once as well. This is company worthy. Thank you!

Kerry G. January 9, 2016

I LOVED this. I added carrots and red onion and braised on stovetop as no room in oven at time. SO good.

Li P. March 25, 2016

How long did it take on the stovetop?

Kerry G. March 25, 2016

I usually let it go for about an hourlong an hour and a half. But check it... There is definitely a point it "seems" done, but if you let it go a little longer it gets so much better: soft, silky, sweet and tart. Really nice with pork and a creamy cauliflower purée.

Kerry G. March 25, 2016

Whoops... Typo: an hour to an hour and a half

Laura G. August 30, 2015

I have always used balsamic vinegar can't wait to try this !!

Tommy January 23, 2015

Blackberry jelly!

Sally January 23, 2015

I had tons of leftovers (we were just two people eating it), so I turned the rest into soup -- just added chicken stock and water, simmered for 10 minutes, and puréed it. It seems to have turned out all right, but I was just making it up, really... Advice welcome on other/better things to do with leftover braised red cabbage!

Laurelb January 7, 2015

How would it be if you make it without the jelly?

pieGirl March 20, 2014

Fabulous recipe. Absolutely delicious. It's close to being dessert. Used granny smith apples, and black current 100% fruit jam. Thanks Nicholas.

Molly January 26, 2014

do you think there's a way to adapt this recipe for a slow-cooker?

susanna.faygenbaum December 16, 2013

i made this today with red cabbage, and it was incredible! can you make this with green cabbage?

Pork N. December 12, 2013

Jara - I used apricot and it was delicious.

Sunnycovechef December 9, 2013

Jara, I have used strawberry jam , mixed berry jam or grape jelly. My family in Germany uses sugar. Check out my version of red cabbage I posted.

Muse December 5, 2013

I love, love, LOVE braised red cabbage with mashed potatoes...can't wait to make this! Thank you for sharing your recipe.

Jara December 5, 2013

What can I substitute for the currant jelly? I have a beautiful red cabbage at home I'd love to try this with, and some berry and jalapeno jellies.

Nicholas D. December 5, 2013

Honestly, Jara, I'm sure you can -- but I never have. I bet most berry jellies would be great, though.

Wintry Braised Red Cabbage, Plus Some Jelly Recipe on Food52 (2024)

FAQs

Can you reheat braised red cabbage? ›

Stir in the cranberry sauce and cook for another 25 minutes. Season well and stir through a knob of butter before serving. You can also store it somewhere cool for a couple of days, then reheat to serve, if you prefer, adding the butter during the reheating.

Can you freeze ready made red cabbage? ›

Let the cooked cabbage cool completely, then transfer to a freezer-safe container (it will keep in the freezer for 3 months). Defrost in the microwave or overnight in the fridge.

Can you buy braised red cabbage? ›

ASDA Braised Red Cabbage Side for Two 300g - ASDA Groceries.

How to prepare red cabbage? ›

Red cabbages are easy to prepare. Strip off the outer leaves, wash, then slice into quarters, cut out the hard central core on each, then chop or shred. Lock in the colour by adding a touch of vinegar when cooking red cabbage in water. This stops the lovely deep purple hue from running.

Why is my braised red cabbage bitter? ›

Why is my cooked cabbage bitter? - Quora. To prevent bitterness, try not to overcook the cabbage, use fresh cabbage, choose sweeter varieties if possible, and make sure to season it adequately. Additionally, you can try blanching the cabbage briefly before cooking to help reduce bitterness.

How long can you keep braised cabbage in the fridge? ›

Recipe Tips

This braised red cabbage recipe can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 5 days or frozen for up to 3 months. Simply defrost and reheat in the microwave when you need it.

Does cabbage get soggy after freezing? ›

If you're wondering if you can freeze cabbage for coleslaw, the answer is no. You can try to thaw frozen cabbage in the fridge and then use it in raw preparations like slaws and salads. However, I've found that defrosted cabbage gets too soggy and doesn't have the same crunchy texture that you want in a coleslaw.

Can dogs eat red cabbage? ›

Both red and green cabbage is fine for dogs to eat, though red cabbage contains more vitamins and minerals than the green variety. However, all types of cabbage are safe for dogs to eat and can be a good nutrient-dense addition to their well-balanced dog food diet.

What happens when you freeze cooked cabbage? ›

If you want to maintain that flavor and texture, cooked cabbage may be the better way to go. “On the other hand, freezing cooked cabbage preserves its flavor and texture better, making it a convenient option for meal prep,” notes Best.

Is jarred red cabbage healthy? ›

2,3 Additionally, red cabbage also contains high amounts of vitamin C and vitamin K. 3 Together, these two nutrients assist with skin health, wound healing, blood clotting and bone health! 4,5 This pickled red cabbage packs a punch in both flavor and nutrition.

What is another name for red cabbage? ›

The red cabbage (purple-leaved varieties of Brassica oleracea Capitata Group) is a kind of cabbage, also known as Blaukraut after preparation. Its leaves are coloured dark red/purple.

What does baking soda do to red cabbage? ›

By itself, the cabbage liquid is a pretty purple color. Acidic vinegar turns the dye pink, while adding alkaline baking soda turns the dye a blue color. If enough baking soda is added, the blue dye will dry a greenish color.

What pairs with red cabbage? ›

Sautéed red cabbage is a versatile side dish you can serve with a variety of main dishes including pork chops, sausages (especially smoked sausages), roast pork, roast chicken, duck, lentils, beans, and chickpeas. Also, try it with a boldly flavored fish such as salmon.

What does lemon juice do to red cabbage? ›

Substances such as lemon juice and vinegar turn the cabbage juice red because they are acidic. Ammonia turns the cabbage juice into a blue/green color because it is a base, a material that tastes bitter and makes an acid neutral. Water does nothing, as it is a neutral.

Can cooked cabbage be reheated? ›

Gently heat it over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally. Microwave: If you're short on time, reheating in the microwave is a quick option. Place your boiled cabbage in a microwave-safe dish, cover it, and heat in short intervals, stirring in between to ensure even heating.

Can you reheat red cabbage twice? ›

There are no limits to how many times you can safely reheat leftover home-cooked meals. However, best practice is to limit the number of times you do so. More often than not, you wouldn't need to reheat one type of dish more than once.

How do you reheat braised? ›

Yes, just add water. Transfer the food to be reheated to a small saucepan or skillet, and splash in a little water. One or two ounces is sufficient for any kind of braise, which converts to about two to four tablespoons of water. Stir it up, then turn the heat on to medium or medium-low.

Is cooked cabbage good the next day? ›

Cooked cabbage (all types): Store cooked cabbage in the fridge in an airtight container and use it within three to five days. You can also freeze cooked cabbage in an airtight container for up to 10 months. TIP: Once thawed, cooked cabbage will keep in the fridge for three to four days. It's best used in cooked dishes.

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