German-Inspired Red Cabbage (Rotkohl)

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4.9

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  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Cook Time

    5 mins

  • Total Time

    45 mins

  • Servings

    6 - 8

  • Calories

    193 kcal

  • Course

    Side Dish

  • Cuisine

    German

German-Inspired Red Cabbage (Rotkohl)

This classic German-inspired red cabbage (Rotkohl) with apples is sweet, sour, and tender—a must-have side dish for hearty German-inspired meals and festive gatherings.

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Ingredients

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  • 1 head red cabbage quartered, cored, and finely shredded
  • 3 medium apples peeled, cored, and sliced
  • ¾ cup boiling water
  • 3 tablespoons neutral oil (canola, vegetable, etc.l
  • ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1 ½ teaspoons all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon caraway seeds (optional)
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Instructions

  1. In a large covered pot over medium heat, add the shredded cabbage and sliced apples. Pour in the boiling water, cover, and cook for 10 minutes until the cabbage begins to soften.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the oil, apple cider vinegar, flour, brown sugar, salt, black pepper, and caraway seeds (if using).
  3. Pour the mixture over the cabbage and apples, stirring to combine.
  4. Cook uncovered for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is tender and the flavors have melded together.
  5. Serve warm as a side dish.

Notes

  • For quick prep: A mandoline will help prep the cabbage in no time.
  • For quick prep: A mandoline will help prep the cabbage in no time.
  • Cooking time varies: The thinner the shredded cabbage, the quicker the cook time, but slower cooking (50-60 minutes) can enhance flavor.
  • Cooking time varies: The thinner the shredded cabbage, the quicker the cook time, but slower cooking (50-60 minutes) can enhance flavor.
  • Flavor to taste: At the end of the cooking process, tweak the vinegar and sugar to taste. Is it too strong? Add more water/broth.
  • Flavor to taste: At the end of the cooking process, tweak the vinegar and sugar to taste. Is it too strong? Add more water/broth.
  • Save leftovers: German-inspired red cabbage and apple taste even better on day two!
  • Save leftovers: German-inspired red cabbage and apple taste even better on day two!

Nutrition Information

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Calories 193kcal (10%) Carbohydrates 33g (11%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 7g (11%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g Monounsaturated Fat 4g Trans Fat 1g Sodium 817mg (34%) Potassium 466mg (13%) Fiber 5g (20%) Sugar 24g (48%) Vitamin A 1613IU (32%) Vitamin C 84mg (93%) Calcium 81mg (8%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6- 8

Amount Per Serving

Calories 193 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 193kcal 10%
Carbohydrates 33g 11%
Protein 2g 4%
Fat 7g 11%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g 12%
Monounsaturated Fat 4g 20%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Sodium 817mg 34%
Potassium 466mg 10%
Fiber 5g 20%
Sugar 24g 48%
Vitamin A 1613IU 32%
Vitamin C 84mg 93%
Calcium 81mg 8%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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