Best 3 Dusene Zeli Braised Cabbage With Bacon Recipes

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Dusene Zeli, also known as Braised Cabbage with Bacon, is a flavorful and hearty Croatian dish that is perfect for a comforting meal. This traditional recipe combines tender cabbage, crispy bacon, and aromatic spices to create a dish that is both satisfying and delicious. In this article, we will provide two variations of the Dusene Zeli recipe: the Classic Dusene Zeli and the Vegetarian Dusene Zeli. The Classic Dusene Zeli features the traditional combination of cabbage, bacon, onions, and spices, while the Vegetarian Dusene Zeli offers a meatless alternative with the addition of mushrooms and bell peppers. Both recipes are easy to follow and can be tailored to your personal preferences, making them a great option for both experienced and novice cooks.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

BRAISED CABBAGE WITH BACON



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Great side dish for about anything. Quick and easy, you can change or add seasonings if desired... but is straight-up good as-is.

Provided by RunningD

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables

Time 27m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 teaspoon oil
1 onion, thinly sliced
½ (6 ounce) package Canadian-style bacon, chopped, or to taste
1 head white cabbage, thinly sliced
1 (12 fluid ounce) can or bottle beer

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large stockpot over medium heat; cook and stir onion and bacon until fragrant, 2 to 4 minutes. Add cabbage and mix well; pour in beer. Cover stockpot and simmer, stirring occasionally, until cabbage is tender, 10 to 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 178.1 calories, Carbohydrate 25.9 g, Cholesterol 10.6 mg, Fat 3 g, Fiber 8.3 g, Protein 9.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 358.3 mg, Sugar 11.8 g

BRAISED CABBAGE AND BACON



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Make and share this Braised Cabbage and Bacon recipe from Food.com.

Provided by CookinCowgirl

Categories     Vegetable

Time 15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 slices smoked bacon
1/3 cup onion, chopped
8 cups cabbage, sliced thin (1 large or 2 small cabbages)
2 tablespoons water
1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
salt and pepper
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1 teaspoon cider vinegar

Steps:

  • In a deep skillet, cook bacon until done.
  • Remove bacon from skillet, add the onions.
  • Cook onions until translucent.
  • Add cabbage and other ingredients, cover.
  • Cook until tender.
  • Crumble bacon back into pot and stir.
  • Serve hot.

DUSENE ZELI (BRAISED CABBAGE WITH BACON)



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Categories     Vegetable

Yield 6 people

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon lard
1 cup finely chopped onions
1/2 cup diced bacon (1/4-inch dice)
A 3-pound head green cabbage, cored and shredded
1 teaspoon caraway seeds
1/4 cup white vinegar
1 cup water
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon sugar
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat the lard in a 3-quart saucepan over high heat until a light haze forms over it, then add the onions. Cook them 8 to 10 minutes, or until lightly colored. Stir in the bacon and cook about 5 minutes, or until lightly browned, then add the cabbage, mixing it thoroughly with the bacon and onions, and stir in the caraway seeds. Cover and cook for about 5 minutes over medium heat. Pour in the vinegar and water and season with the salt, sugar, and a few grindings of pepper. Bring the liquid to a boil, cover tightly and cook for about 30 minutes over very low heat, stirring occasionally. The cabbage should be moist (but not soupy) when done. If it seems dry during the cooking, add a tablespoon or so of water.

Tips:

  • Choose the right cabbage: For this recipe, it's best to use a firm, medium-sized green cabbage. Avoid using red cabbage, as it has a stronger flavor that may not be to everyone's liking.
  • Use good quality bacon: The bacon is a key ingredient in this dish, so it's important to use good quality bacon that has a good smoky flavor. Look for bacon that is thick-cut and not too fatty.
  • Don't overcook the cabbage: Cabbage is a vegetable that can easily become overcooked, so it's important to cook it for just the right amount of time. The cabbage should be tender but still have a bit of a bite to it.
  • Serve the cabbage hot: This dish is best served hot, so make sure to serve it immediately after it's finished cooking. You can also reheat the cabbage in the microwave or oven, but it's best to eat it fresh.

Conclusion:

Dusene zeli is a simple but delicious Croatian dish made with cabbage, bacon, and onions. It's a hearty and flavorful dish that's perfect for a winter meal. The cabbage is braised in the bacon fat and onions, which gives it a rich and smoky flavor. The dish is typically served with mashed potatoes or bread. If you're looking for a new way to cook cabbage, this is a great recipe to try.

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