Best Cabbage Recipes: Sautéed Cabbage
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Best Cabbage Recipes: Sautéed Cabbage
Description
In this sautéed cabbage recipe, extra-virgin olive oil is heated with thinly sliced garlic, releasing aromatic flavors without browning the garlic. Thinly sliced green cabbage is added alongside sea salt and black pepper, allowing the cabbage to soften and sweat for a few minutes. Adding apple cider vinegar introduces acidity, brightening the dish and helping to deglaze the pan. Continued cooking evaporates excess liquid while encouraging browning and caramelization of the cabbage, resulting in a tender texture with flavorful browned edges.
This simple preparation pairs well as a side dish to meats or grains, bringing freshness and subtle acidity to balance richer flavors. It can also be a light vegetarian addition to a meal.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 garlic thinly sliced, cloves
- 1 green cabbage thinly sliced (about 1½ pounds, small head
- 1 teaspoon salt sea salt
- black pepper freshly ground
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, for 30 seconds, or until fragrant but not browned.
- Add the cabbage, salt, and several grinds of pepper, toss, and cook for 2 minutes, or until the cabbage starts to soften.
- Add the vinegar, toss, and cook, tossing, until most of the liquid cooks off and the cabbage is tender and browned, about 6 minutes. Season to taste and serve.
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