Best 15 Braised Red Cabbage With Apples Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey with our tantalizing recipe for Braised Red Cabbage with Apples, a delightful dish that harmonizes the sweet and tangy flavors of red cabbage with the crisp and juicy crunch of apples. This traditional German dish, known as Rotkohl, is a symphony of flavors that will elevate your taste buds and transport you to the heart of European cuisine. Alongside this classic recipe, we present a collection of equally enticing variations that cater to diverse dietary preferences and culinary adventures. From a hearty Vegan Braised Red Cabbage to a modern Red Cabbage Slaw with Bacon and Apples, our curated selection offers something for every palate. Get ready to embrace the vibrant colors and irresistible aromas of braised red cabbage, as we guide you through a culinary exploration that promises to leave you craving more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BRAISED RED CABBAGE WITH APPLES



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I love this recipe for braised red cabbage with apples. It's simple, and can be made in to a festive winter side dish if you add cinnamon and orange.

Provided by Kat O

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Cabbage     Red Cabbage

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 medium orange, halved
1 medium head red cabbage, cored and diced (1-inch pieces)
2 medium Granny Smith apples, cored and cut into 1-inch pieces
½ medium onion, chopped
¼ cup vinegar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon salt
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Juice one orange half. Remove and discard the peel from the second half, and cube the flesh.
  • Combine cabbage, apples, onion, vinegar, cinnamon, and salt in a large stock pot over low heat. Add orange juice and chopped flesh, then season with pepper. Cover and simmer, stirring occasionally, until cabbage is tender and has reduced, at least 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 127 calories, Carbohydrate 32 g, Fat 0.4 g, Fiber 7.5 g, Protein 3.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 639.4 mg, Sugar 20.7 g

BRAISED RED CABBAGE WITH APPLES



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This is an adaptation of a classic cabbage dish that I never tire of. The cabbage cooks for a long time, until it is very tender and sweet. I like to serve this with bulgur, or as a side dish with just about anything. You can halve the quantities if you don't want to make such a large amount.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     easy, one pot, side dish

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 large red cabbage, 2 to 2 1/2 pounds, quartered, cored and cut crosswise in thin strips
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 small onion, thinly sliced
2 tart apples, such as Braeburn or granny smith, peeled, cored and sliced
About 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
Salt
freshly ground pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Prepare the cabbage, and cover with cold water while you prepare the remaining ingredients. Heat the oil over medium heat in a large, lidded skillet or casserole, and add the onion. Cook, stirring, until just about tender, about three minutes. Add 2 tablespoons of the balsamic vinegar and cook, stirring, until the mixture is golden, about three minutes, then add the apples and stir for two to three minutes.
  • Drain the cabbage and add to the pot. Toss to coat thoroughly, then stir in the allspice, another 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar, and salt to taste. Toss together. Cover the pot, and cook over low heat for one hour, stirring from time to time. Add freshly ground pepper, taste and adjust salt, and add another tablespoon or two of balsamic vinegar as desired.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 102, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 17 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 453 milligrams, Sugar 10 grams, TransFat 0 grams

BRAISED RED CABBAGE WITH APPLE AND ONION



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This side goes well with roasted pork or turkey.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon butter
1 medium onion, halved and thinly sliced
1 Gala or Fuji apple, halved, cored, and sliced
1 head red cabbage (2 pounds), cored, quartered, and thinly sliced
Coarse salt and ground pepper
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
4 teaspoons sugar
1/2 cup water

Steps:

  • In a large Dutch oven or heavy pot, melt butter over medium. Add onion and apple; cook, stirring, until onion softens, 4 to 6 minutes. Stir in red cabbage and season with salt and pepper. Add vinegar, sugar, and water. Bring to a boil; reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook until cabbage is tender, 20 to 25 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 138 g, Fat 3 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 3 g

RED CABBAGE WITH APPLES



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This recipe makes for a great veggie side. The apple adds a nice flavour to otherwise bland cabbage and of course bacon makes everything taste good!

Provided by Volleyballmom

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables

Time 1h5m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons coconut oil, or as needed
4 slices bacon, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced, or to taste
1 head red cabbage, chopped
½ cup apple cider vinegar
¼ cup brown sugar
2 cooking apples (such as Cortland or Gala) peeled and chopped
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat coconut oil over medium heat in a large skillet; cook and stir bacon, onion, and garlic until fragrant, about 5 minutes. Stir cabbage into bacon mixture and toss to coat with oil. Cover skillet, reduce the heat, and cook, stirring occasionally, until cabbage begins to soften, about 10 minutes.
  • Stir cider vinegar and brown sugar together in a bowl; pour over cabbage mixture. Stir apples into cabbage mixture; cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until most of the liquid has evaporated and cabbage is tender, about 35 minutes. Remove pan from heat and allow cabbage mixture to stand, covered, for about 5 minutes; season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 305.3 calories, Carbohydrate 41 g, Cholesterol 9.9 mg, Fat 14.4 g, Fiber 6.4 g, Protein 6.8 g, SaturatedFat 10.1 g, Sodium 310.3 mg, Sugar 29.4 g

BRAISED RED CABBAGE WITH APPLES



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Provided by Tyler Florence

Categories     side-dish

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 head red cabbage, about 2 pounds
2 tablespoons butter
1 onion, sliced
2 Granny Smith Apples, cored, peeled and sliced
1 tablespoon chopped dill, plus more for garnish
2 bay leaves
1/2 cup chicken broth, low sodium
1/3 cup cider vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar
Salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Quarter the cabbage and cut away the core, then cut the quarters into thirds. Rinse in cold water and set aside. In a large stockpot, melt butter over medium heat. Saute the onion and apples for 2 minutes until they begin to soften. Add the chopped dill, bay leaves, cabbage, and broth. Cook for 5 minutes until it begins to wilt. Stir in the vinegar to preserve the red color. Add sugar, salt, and pepper and cook for 20 minutes until the cabbage is soft, stirring occasionally. Garnish with fresh dill before serving.

BRAISED RED CABBAGE WITH APPLES



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 2h25m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (3 pound) red cabbage
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 onion, chopped
3 medium-sized tart cooking apples, peeled, cored and cut into 1/8-inch-thick wedges
5 cups boiling water
2/3 cup red wine vinegar
2 teaspoons salt
2 tablespoons sugar

Steps:

  • Wash the head of cabbage under cold running water, remove the tough outer leaves, and cut cabbage into quarters. To shred the cabbage, cut out the core and slice the quarters crosswise into 1/8?inch-wide strips.
  • In a heavy 4 to 5-quart casserole, heat the oil over moderate heat. Add chopped onions and cook, stirring frequently for 5 minutes, or until the onions are lightly browned. Add the cabbage, stir thoroughly, add the apples, and pour in the boiling water. Bring to a boil over high heat, stirring occasionally, and reduce the heat to very low. Add red wine vinegar, salt and sugar, stir to combine. Cover and simmer for 1 1/2 to 2 hours, or until the cabbage is tender. Check from time to time to make sure that the cabbage is moist and tender. If it seems dry, add a tablespoon of boiling water. When the cabbage is done, there should be almost no liquid left in the casserole. Taste for seasoning, then transfer the entire contents of the casserole to a heated platter or bowl and serve.

TRADITIONAL BRAISED RED CABBAGE WITH APPLES



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This is a recipe I have been cooking for years. It's great because it can be made a day or two before and gently reheated with no last-minute bother. It is a perfect accompaniment to venison, goose or pork (and if you have any left over it does wonders for bangers and mash).

Categories     Christmas: Recipes to freeze     Life in the Freezer     Christmas: Vegetables     Large servings

Yield Serves 10-12. Scroll down to Ask Lindsey to see questions she has answered on this recipe

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 lb (1 kg) red cabbage
1 lb (450 g) onions, chopped small
1 lb (450 g) cooking apples, peeled, cored and chopped small
1 clove garlic, chopped very small
¼ whole nutmeg, freshly grated
¼ level teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ level teaspoon ground cloves
3 level tablespoons brown sugar
3 tablespoons wine vinegar
½ oz (15 g) butter

Steps:

  • First discard the tough outer leaves of the cabbage, cut it into quarters and remove the hard stalk. Then shred the rest of the cabbage finely, using your sharpest knife (although you can shred it in a food processor, I prefer to do it by hand: it doesn't come out so uniform). Next, in a fairly large casserole, arrange a layer of shredded cabbage seasoned with salt and pepper, then a layer of chopped onions and apples with a sprinkling of garlic, spices and sugar. Continue with these alternate layers until everything is in. Now pour in the wine vinegar, lastly add dots of butter on the top. Put a tight lid on the casserole and let it cook very slowly in the oven for 2-2½ hours, stirring everything around once or twice during the cooking. Red cabbage, once cooked, will keep warm without coming to any harm, and it will also re-heat very successfully. And, yes, it does freeze well so, all in all, it's a real winner of a recipe.

BRAISED RED CABBAGE WITH APPLES



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Make and share this Braised Red Cabbage With Apples recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Motley Oklahoman

Categories     Apple

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon butter
1 medium onion, halved and thinly sliced
1 apple, halved, cored, and sliced
1 head red cabbage, cored, quartered, and thinly sliced (2 pounds)
coarse salt and pepper
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
4 teaspoons sugar
1/2 cup water

Steps:

  • In a large Dutch oven or heavy pot, melt butter over medium. Add onion and apple; cook, stirring, until onion softens, 4 to 6 minutes. Stir in red cabbage and season with coarse salt and ground pepper. Add cider vinegar, sugar, and water. Bring to a boil; reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook until cabbage is tender, 20 to 25 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 143.7, Fat 3.3, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 7.6, Sodium 85, Carbohydrate 28.6, Fiber 6, Sugar 18.2, Protein 3.5

BRAISED RED CABBAGE WITH CIDER & APPLES



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A great accompaniment to cooked meats, cold or hot.

Provided by Cathryn Evans

Categories     Dinner, Lunch, Side dish, Vegetable

Time 1h55m

Yield Serves 8 generously with leftovers

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 ½kg red cabbage
2 onions, chopped
4 Granny Smiths apples, peeled and cored and chopped
zest 1 orange or 2 clementines
2 tsp ground mixed spice
100g light soft brown sugar
3 tbsp cider vinegar
300ml dry cider
25g butter

Steps:

  • Peel off the outer leaves from the cabbage and discard. Quarter the cabbage, removing the tough stem, then thinly slice. Arrange a layer of the cabbage on the bottom of a large saucepan, followed by some of the onions, apples, zest, mixed spice, sugar and seasoning. Continue to create layers until you have used up the ingredients.
  • Pour over the vinegar and cider and dot the butter on top. Bring to the boil then simmer with a lid on over low heat for 1½ hrs, until tender. The cabbage will keep for 2 days, covered, in the fridge or freeze for up to 1 month. Reheat in either a pan or in the microwave.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 166 calories, Fat 3 grams fat, SaturatedFat 2 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 30 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 28 grams sugar, Fiber 6 grams fiber, Protein 3 grams protein, Sodium 0.12 milligram of sodium

QUICK-BRAISED RED CABBAGE AND APPLE



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A trilogy of apple-cider, cider vinegar, and ample chunks of Gala or Fuji- contributes sweet-tart goodness to this Germanic dish. It's a simple, straightforward celebration of fall.

Provided by Ian Knauer

Categories     Fruit     Vegetable     Side     Braise     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Apple     Fall     Winter     Oktoberfest     Cabbage     Gourmet     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 to 6 (side dish) servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 garlic clove, smashed
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 lb red cabbage, cored and cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
1 Gala or Fuji apple, cored and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1/2 cup unfiltered apple cider
1/2 teaspoon caraway seeds
2 whole allspice (optional), crushed
1 1/2 tablespoons apple-cider vinegar

Steps:

  • Cook garlic in butter in a 12-inch heavy skillet over medium heat, stirring, 1 minute. Add cabbage, apple, cider, caraway, allspice (if using), 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper and cook, covered, stirring occasionally, until cabbage is tender, 15 to 18 minutes.
  • Add vinegar and cook, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until liquid has evaporated, 2 to 3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

RED CABBAGE WITH APPLES



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A healthy side dish of braised cabbage with rich spices - a perfect Sunday roast or Christmas dinner accompaniment.

Provided by James Martin

Categories     Dinner, Side dish

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 red cabbage, finely shredded
2 bay leaves
5 star anise
½ tsp ground cinnamon
200ml vegetable stock or water
50g golden caster sugar
75ml cider vinegar
2 apples, cored and cut into wedges

Steps:

  • Place all the ingredients except for the apples in a large saucepan and season. Place over a medium heat, bring to the boil, then turn down the heat and simmer for 30 mins. Add the apples, then continue cooking for 15 mins until tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 67 calories, Carbohydrate 14 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 12 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 1 grams protein, Sodium 0.1 milligram of sodium

BRAISED RED CABBAGE WITH CARAMELIZED APPLES



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Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Lunch Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/2 cup sugar
1 1/4 teaspoons coarse salt
2 medium Granny Smith or other tart, firm apples, 1 pound total, peeled, cored, and cut into 1 1/2-inch wedges
1 large onion, peeled and cut into 1 1/2-inch wedges
1 small (1 1/2 pounds) red cabbage, cored and cut into 1 1/2-inch wedges through the core
3/4 cup apple cider vinegar
3/4 cup water

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a medium stockpot or Dutch-oven (at least 11 inches in diameter) over medium-high heat. Add sugar and salt, and stir to dissolve. Add apples and onion, in as close to a single layer as possible. Turn to coat in butter mixture. Let cook, shaking pan occasionally and turning over once, until sugar is beginning to caramelize and coat the apples and onions, about 10 minutes.
  • Add cabbage, vinegar, and water. Bring to just a boil. Reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook until cabbage is tender and liquid is reduced to a syrup, 25 to 30 minutes. If necessary, remove lid in the last 5 minutes and cook, uncovered, to reduce liquid to desired consistency; most of the apples will disintegrate.
  • Transfer cabbage and apples to a bowl and serve immediately.

BRAISED RED CABBAGE WITH RED ONION AND APPLES



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Posted in response to a request, taken from The New Canadian Basics Cookbook. The cookbook states this is a wonderful side dish to serve with pork, poultry and sausages, and I'd have to agree.

Provided by Lennie

Categories     Apple

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 1/2 cups chopped red onions
8 cups thinly sliced red cabbage
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 apples, peeled & cored & chopped
1 cup chicken stock
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 bay leaf
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • In a large heavy saucepan, over medium heat, heat the oil then add onion and cook for 5 minutes or until softened.
  • Stir in cabbage, garlic and apples.
  • Cook, stirring frequently, for 5 minutes or until cabbage begins to wilt.
  • Stir in stock, vinegar, sugar and bay leaf.
  • Reduce heat, cover, and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 45 minutes or until cabbage is soft and liquid has evaporated.
  • Remove bay leaf and season with salt and pepper to taste.

BRAISED RED CABBAGE WITH APPLES



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Categories     Christmas     Dinner     Apple     Cabbage     Simmer     Boil

Yield makes 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) butter
2 tablespoons sugar
3 tablespoons red or white wine vinegar
Salt and black pepper to taste
1 medium head of red cabbage, about 2 pounds, cored and shredded
2 apples, preferably Cortland or Golden Delicious, peeled, cored, and cut into chunks
1/4 cup black or red currant jelly or red wine, optional

Steps:

  • Combine the butter, sugar, and vinegar with a large pinch of salt and a sprinkling of pepper in a large deep skillet with a lid over medium heat. Bring to a boil.
  • Add the cabbage, stirring to coat. When the cabbage begins to glisten and soften a bit, add the apple pieces and stir. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer, covered, until the cabbage is soft, about 45 minutes.
  • Stir in the currant jelly or wine if you're using it. Taste and adjust the seasoning, then serve.
  • Braised Cabbage with Chestnuts
  • Omit the sugar from step 1. In step 2, substitute green cabbage for red and 1 cup peeled and roughly chopped chestnuts (page 453) for the apples. Cook until both chestnuts and cabbage are tender, as directed, then serve.

BRAISED RED CABBAGE AND APPLES



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A recipe my mom taught me to make...I love the sweet and sour flavors in this! If you like, caraway seed may be added with the water to enhance the flavors.

Provided by Kaarin

Categories     Apple

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 small onion, chopped
1 lb red cabbage, coarsely shredded
1 tart apple, cored and thinly sliced
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 pinch cayenne
1/4 cup dry red wine
1/4 cup water
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large skillet; add sugar and cook and stir 2 minutes.
  • Add onion; cook slowly until light colored.
  • Stir in cabbage, apples, vinegar, cayenne and wine.
  • Cook, covered, 10 minutes.
  • Add water and cook, with lid askew, stirring occasionally, for 30-40 minutes more.
  • Salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 138, Fat 6, SaturatedFat 3.7, Cholesterol 15.3, Sodium 74.9, Carbohydrate 18.7, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 12.2, Protein 2

Tips:

  • Use a Dutch oven or large pot with a tight-fitting lid to ensure the cabbage and apples cook evenly and retain their moisture.
  • Slice the cabbage thinly so that it cooks quickly and evenly.
  • Core and slice the apples into thin wedges or cubes. You can peel the apples if desired, but it is not necessary.
  • Use a combination of sweet and tart apples for a well-balanced flavor. Some good options include Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, and Braeburn.
  • Add a splash of vinegar or lemon juice to brighten the flavor of the cabbage and apples.
  • Season the cabbage and apples with salt, pepper, and other spices to taste. Common additions include caraway seeds, cloves, and juniper berries.
  • Cover the pot and cook the cabbage and apples over low heat until they are tender and the cabbage has turned a deep red color.
  • Serve the braised red cabbage and apples as a side dish with roasted pork, chicken, or duck. It can also be served as a vegetarian main course.

Conclusion:

Braised red cabbage with apples is a classic German dish that is both flavorful and comforting. It is a great way to use up leftover cabbage and apples, and it can be easily tailored to your own taste. Whether you prefer it sweet, sour, or savory, this dish is sure to please. So next time you are looking for a simple and delicious side dish, give braised red cabbage with apples a try.

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