Best 8 Braised Red Cabbage With Cinnamon Recipes

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**Discover the delightful flavors of braised red cabbage with cinnamon, a culinary masterpiece that combines the tangy sweetness of red cabbage with the warmth of cinnamon and other aromatic spices.**

This traditional German dish, also known as Rotkohl, is a vibrant and flavorful side dish that complements a variety of main courses. The recipe features simple, wholesome ingredients that come together to create a symphony of flavors. The red cabbage is braised low and slow, allowing it to caramelize and develop a rich, complex flavor. The addition of cinnamon, apples, and red wine adds a sweet and slightly tart balance, while cloves and juniper berries provide subtle hints of spice.

This article offers three variations of braised red cabbage with cinnamon, each with its own unique twist. The classic recipe provides a timeless foundation for this beloved dish, while the apple-cranberry variation adds a touch of sweetness and tartness. For those seeking a more savory experience, the bacon-onion variation incorporates the smoky flavor of bacon and the pungency of onions.

Whether you're a seasoned home cook or just starting your culinary journey, this versatile dish is sure to impress your taste buds. With its vibrant color, enticing aroma, and delectable flavor, braised red cabbage with cinnamon is a dish that will quickly become a staple in your kitchen.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

SPICED BRAISED RED CABBAGE



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Spice up your Christmas day trimmings with this red cabbage and Bramley apple side, with cinnamon, cardamom and star anise

Provided by Jenny White

Categories     Side dish

Time 3h15m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 star anise
1 cinnamon stick
5 cardamom pods
1 small red cabbage (about 900g)
1 garlic clove
2 large onions , chopped
1 Bramley apple , peeled, cored and finely chopped
3 tbsp brown sugar
3 tbsp red wine vinegar
25g butter

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 150C/130C fan/gas 2. Put the star anise, cinnamon stick and cardamom pods in the centre of a small square of muslin, and tie the ends together to make a bag. Put the spice bag in a medium flameproof casserole dish.
  • Remove any wilted or tough outer leaves from the cabbage. Cut it into quarters, then remove and discard the core. Shred the cabbage finely and layer up in the dish with the garlic, onions, apple and brown sugar.
  • Spoon over the vinegar and dot the top with the butter. Cover with a lid and cook for 21/2-3 hrs, stirring twice during cooking - the cabbage should be tender but not mushy. Remove the spice bag and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120 calories, Fat 3 grams fat, SaturatedFat 2 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 19 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 16 grams sugar, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 2 grams protein, Sodium 0.1 milligram of sodium

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



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Red cabbage braised with onion, apple and seasonings is a versatile side dish and the perfect accompaniment to Sauerbraten. Recipe by Chef David St John-Grubb.

Provided by Claire

Categories     Side Dish

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons bacon grease or butter
2 small heads red cabbage (quartered, cored and thinly sliced)
1 large tart apple (such as Granny Smith, cored and cut into 8 pieces)
1 large onion (peeled, halved and sliced)
salt and pepper to taste
1/2 cup dry red wine
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1 tablespoon brown sugar
2 cups water
2 tablespoons butter (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat a large sauté pan or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the bacon grease and heat. Add the cabbage, onions and apples and stir to coat. Add the remaining ingredients and stir well to combine.
  • Bring to a boil; reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, covered, until cabbage is tender, about 40 minutes. (If there is too much liquid, remove the lid and allow some to evaporate. The cabbage should be very moist, but not soupy.)
  • Serve immediately or keep warm over low heat. This dish also reheats very well.

BRAISED RED CABBAGE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h45m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup peanut oil
1 medium red onion, sliced
1 cup brown sugar
2 Granny Smith apples, sliced
1/2 cup red wine vinegar
2 cups red wine
2 cups orange juice
1 cinnamon stick
3 teaspoons ginger powder
Salt and pepper
4 pounds red cabbage, cut into julienne
A few gold leaves for decoration (optional ? available at specialty stores)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Heat a heavy casserole. Add peanut oil. Saute red onion until translucent. Sprinkle in brown sugar and cook for a few minutes until it starts to caramelize.
  • Add sliced apples and deglaze with the red wine vinegar. Bring to a boil. Add red wine and orange juice, cinnamon stick, ginger powder and salt and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Add red cabbage and continue to cook for about 10 minutes on top of the stove.
  • Cover cabbage with foil and cook in 350 degrees F. oven for about 45 minutes. Remove. Taste, and adjust seasoning, if necessary.

BRAISED RED CABBAGE



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h45m

Yield about 4 to 6 side dish serving

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 slices raw bacon, minced
2 medium yellow onions, thinly sliced
10 whole allspice
8 juniper berries
1 cinnamon stick
1 bay leaf
3 pounds red cabbage (about 1 large or 2 small heads), cored and shredded
1 granny smith apple, cored and diced
1 1/2 cups red wine
1 1/2 cups water
1/2 cup red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
4 teaspoons kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat a large pot, with a tight-fitting lid, over high heat. Add the bacon and cook, stirring, until crispy and its fat has rendered, about 3 minutes. Lower the heat to medium, add the onion, allspice, juniper berries, cinnamon, and bay leaf and cook, covered, stirring occasionally, until the onion is soft and the spices are fragrant, about 7 minutes.
  • Increase the heat to medium-high, add the cabbage and cook, stirring, until wilted, about 8 minutes. Add the apple, wine, water, vinegar, sugar, and the salt, season with pepper, and cook, covered, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is tender, about 1 hour.
  • Uncover; bring to a boil, and cook, stirring, until the liquid has reduced to a sauce-like consistency, about 5 minutes. Season generously with pepper. Transfer to a serving dish and serve.

BRAISED RED CABBAGE WITH CINNAMON



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My friend and I went for a bar lunch one day and this was a side dish. I did try to get the recipe from the chef, but he just would not be coaxed into giving me it. So here is my effort and I think it tastes just like it. You can add more cinnamon if you wish. You can serve this with lots of different dishes it goes well with most things.

Provided by Tea Jenny

Categories     Greens

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1/2 of a head red cabbage
1 tablespoon butter
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon red wine vinegar

Steps:

  • Wash and chop quite finely the red cabbage.
  • Heat a large pan on the stove top and melt the butter being careful not to burn it.
  • Add the cabbage and fry in the butter till soft.
  • Add the vinegar and mix well.
  • Then sprinkle the cinnamon all over and mix.
  • Enjoy.

GINGER-BRAISED RED CABBAGE



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This healthy side dish gets tons of flavor from ginger, shallot, vinegar, and brown sugar.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 shallot, thinly sliced
1 3-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and sliced
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
3 teaspoons brown sugar
2 cups low-sodium chicken stock
2 cups water
1 bay leaf
Coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 head red cabbage (about 2 1/2 lb.), cut into 8 wedges, core intact

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a heavy ovenproof saucepan, heat oil. Cook shallot and ginger over medium heat until tender, about 5 minutes. Add vinegar and brown sugar. Stir in chicken stock, water, and bay leaf. Season with salt and pepper. Add cabbage.
  • Bring to a boil. Cover; transfer to oven and braise until cabbage is tender, 45 to 50 minutes.
  • Remove cabbage with a slotted spoon and place on a serving platter; discard bay leaf. Simmer remaining liquid over medium-high heat until reduced by half, about 10 minutes. Spoon sauce over cabbage.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 128 g, Fat 5 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 4 g, Sodium 71 g

BRAISED RED CABBAGE



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This low-fat Christmas side dish is the perfect sweet-savoury combination. Or try one of our simple twists using preserved lemon, ginger wine and bacon

Provided by Cassie Best

Categories     Side dish

Time 2h20m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 small red cabbage (about 900g)
1 sliced red onion
70g soft light brown sugar
70ml cider vinegar
150ml red wine
a large knob of butter
1 cinnamon stick

Steps:

  • Quarter the red cabbage and remove the core, then finely shred. Tip into a large pan with the red onion, brown sugar, cider vinegar, red wine, butter and cinnamon stick and season well. Bring to a simmer, then cover with a lid, lower the heat and cook for 1 1/ 2 hrs, stirring every so often. Remove the lid and continue cooking for 30 mins until tender. Will keep for two days, or can be frozen for two months. Reheat until piping hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 87 calories, Fat 1 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 12 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 12 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 1 grams protein, Sodium 0.1 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • To save time, use a mandoline or food processor to thinly slice the cabbage.
  • For a deeper flavor, use a combination of apple cider vinegar and red wine vinegar.
  • Add a pinch of ground cloves or nutmeg for a warm, aromatic flavor.
  • If the cabbage is too tart, add a little bit of brown sugar or honey to balance out the flavors.
  • Serve the braised red cabbage as a side dish with roasted meats, poultry, or fish. It can also be used as a topping for tacos, burgers, or sandwiches.

Conclusion:

Braised red cabbage is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a side dish or main course. It is a great way to use up leftover cabbage, and it is also a healthy and affordable meal. With its sweet and tangy flavor, braised red cabbage is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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