Best 7 Braised Red Cabbage With Cranberries Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our braised red cabbage with cranberries. This delectable dish is a symphony of sweet, tangy, and earthy flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. The tender red cabbage is braised to perfection, absorbing a rich and savory broth infused with aromatics like onion, garlic, and spices. Sweet cranberries add a festive touch and a burst of tanginess, while a touch of vinegar brightens the dish. Alongside the braised red cabbage, discover a collection of complementary recipes that elevate your meal to a gourmet experience. Delight in crispy and flavorful potato pancakes, perfect for soaking up the delicious braising liquid. Explore variations of the classic braised red cabbage, including a hearty vegan version and a succulent duck confit variation that adds a luxurious touch.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

RED CABBAGE WITH BALSAMIC VINEGAR & CRANBERRIES



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This vibrant veggie Christmas side dish beautifully contrasts sweet and savoury, make it up to four days in advance or freeze it

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner, Side dish

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 tbsp olive oil
2 large onions, halved and thinly sliced
1 tsp ground cloves
1 medium red cabbage, quartered, cored and thinly sliced
200ml vegetable stock
3 tbsp balsamic vinegar
100g brown sugar
200g fresh or frozen cranberry

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large pan. Add the onions and fry, stirring every now and then, for about 10 mins, until they start to caramelise. Stir in the cloves, then add the cabbage and continue cooking, stirring more frequently this time, until the cabbage starts to soften.
  • Pour in the stock, add the vinegar and sugar, then cover and cook for 10 mins.
  • Stir in the cranberries and cook for 10 mins more. Cool and keep in the fridge for up to 4 days, or freeze for 1 month. Thaw in the fridge overnight. Reheat until very hot before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 139 calories, Fat 5 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 22 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 20 grams sugar, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 3 grams protein, Sodium 0.1 milligram of sodium

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

RED CABBAGE WITH CRANBERRIES



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The sweetness of a long-braised red cabbage is perfectly punctuated by the cheek-squeaky sharpness of cranberries. And, if you let this stand a little before serving, they - most desirably - help to thicken the juices the cabbage gives off as it cooks. Indeed, I always make red cabbage ahead of time: think of it as a vegetable stew, which is better, as all stews are, when the flavours are left to mellow and merge with one another. If you are following suit, then you can cook the cabbage for slightly less than its full time, as it will continue to cook on reheating. Even a small red cabbage seems to make enough to feed an army, but I can't see the point of leaving half a red cabbage lingering in the fridge. If you're feeding less than a crowd, just stash what you don't need in airtight containers in the deep freeze, ready to provide warm succour on cold winter nights. For US cup measures, use the toggle at the top of the ingredients list.

Provided by Nigella

Yield Serves: 8-10

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 small head - approx. 800 - 900 grams - red cabbage (sliced)
1 large or 2 small - approx. 200 grams - red onions (peeled and sliced into thin half-moons)
2 x 15ml tablespoons soft dark brown sugar
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground cloves
150 grams dried cranberries
250 grams fresh or frozen cranberries
4 teaspoons sea salt flakes
750 millilitres apple juice (from a carton)

Steps:

  • Put all the ingredients into a large, heavy-based pan that comes with a lid, and give a good stir. Bring to the boil over a high heat, stir again, let it bubble away for 10 minutes, then clamp on the lid, lower the heat and leave to simmer for 1½ - 2 hours, or until tender.

BRAISED RED CABBAGE



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Provided by Claire Robinson

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 slices maple bacon
1 small shallot, peeled and sliced
1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
1/2 head red cabbage, cored and thinly sliced
1 cup chicken stock
Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the bacon and the shallot slices and cook until just light golden, about 3 to 4 minutes. Pour in the vinegar, scraping the pan to release any browned bits and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes. Add the cabbage, tossing to coat and soften slightly; pour in the stock and season with lightly with salt and pepper. Reduce the heat to a simmer, cover and cook, stirring occasionally until the cabbage is very soft, about 30 minutes.
  • Remove the lid and cook, stirring occasionally, to allow the moisture to evaporate and cooking liquid to thicken, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a serving dish, top with crumbled bacon and enjoy!

EASY BRAISED RED CABBAGE



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Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup red wine
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds
1 red cabbage, (about 3 pounds), halved lengthwise, cored, and thinly cut crosswise into 1/4-inch thick slices
2 teaspoons coarse salt
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large Dutch-oven, bring the wine, honey, oil, and fennel seeds to a boil over medium-high heat. Add the cabbage, and season with salt and pepper. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and cook, stirring occasionally, until cabbage is soft but not mushy, about 1 hour.

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

BRAISED RED CABBAGE WITH CRANBERRIES



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A great side for turkey or pork roast.

Provided by Mikekey * @Mikekey

Categories     Vegetables

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 teaspoon(s) olive oil
1 tablespoon(s) brown sugar
3 clove(s) garlic, peeled and chopped
1 cup(s) fresh cranberries, divided (or frozen-not dried)
3 tablespoon(s) red wine vinegar
5 cup(s) shredded red cabbage (3/4 pounds)
1/3 cup(s) dry red wine (or cranberry juice)
1 pinch(es) cayenne pepper
- salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • In large saucepan, heat oil, brown sugar and garlic over medium heat for 2 min. Add 1/2 cup cranberries and vinegar. Cover and cook about 5 min. or until cranberries pop their skins.
  • Add cabbage, wine and vinegar. Cover and cook on low heat for about 20 min. or until cabbage is tender; stir occasionally.
  • Stir in remaining 1/2 cup cranberries. Remove from heat; cover and let stand for 5 minutes or until cranberries are warm. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Serve hot or cold.

Tips:

  • Use a large, heavy pot or Dutch oven to braise the cabbage, as this will help to evenly distribute the heat and prevent the cabbage from burning.
  • Slice the cabbage thinly, as this will help it to cook more evenly and quickly.
  • Add a variety of seasonings to the braising liquid, such as salt, pepper, caraway seeds, and juniper berries, to enhance the flavor of the cabbage.
  • Braising the cabbage low and slow is key to achieving a tender and flavorful dish. Aim for a cooking time of at least 1 hour, or until the cabbage is fork-tender.
  • Serve the braised cabbage with a variety of accompaniments, such as mashed potatoes, roasted meats, or a simple green salad.

Conclusion:

Braised cabbage with cranberries is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a side dish, a main course, or even a vegetarian entrée. The sweet and tangy flavor of the cranberries complements the earthy flavor of the cabbage, while the braising process helps to tenderize the cabbage and bring out its natural sweetness. This dish is also a great way to use up leftover cranberries after the holidays. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting way to prepare cabbage, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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