Instant Pot Cabbage and Sausage
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
25 mins
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Cook Time
3 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
222 kcal
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Course
Main Course
Instant Pot Cabbage and Sausage
Description
Instant Pot Cabbage and Sausage brings together smoked sausage and cabbage in a savory, herb-infused broth. The smoked sausage is browned first to develop flavor, then set aside while onions and garlic are sautéed in the pot. Dried oregano and Italian herb blend add herbal notes before chicken broth and Worcestershire sauce join the mix. Cabbage and butter finish the ingredients added before pressure cooking briefly for just 3 minutes, resulting in cabbage that’s tender but not mushy and sausage well integrated in flavor.
The cooking method melds flavors quickly, and the butter enriches the final dish with smoothness. The cabbage retains some texture with just a short pressure cook, balanced by the smoky sausage and fragrant seasonings. Sprinkling parsley and oregano on top brightens the rustic presentation. This recipe can be served as a main course or a hearty side.
Use low sodium broth to control salt levels, and choose smoked sausage such as Polska Kielbasa for authentic flavor. The short pressure cook followed by a natural release helps prevent overcooking cabbage. The recipe requires minimal prep but delivers complex, layered flavors suited for a filling weekday dinner or meal prep.
Ingredients
- 1 cup chicken broth low sodium
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion sliced
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano dried
- 1/2 teaspoon italian herb blend dried
- 1 oz package smoked sausage cut into ½ inch slices; Polska Kielbasa recommended
- 1 cabbage cut into chunks, small head
- 3 tablespoons butter cut into 6 pieces, unsalted
Instructions
- Turn IP on Saute, and once hot add the oil.
- Once oil is hot add sausage slices and cook until browned, 3-4 minutes. Remove from pot and set aside.
- Add onion and saute for 3-4 minutes until soft.
- Add garlic, oregano and Italian herbs, stir and saute for 30 seconds.
- Pour chicken broth into the Instant Pot, using a wooden spoon scrape the bottom of any bits that stuck to it.
- Add in the smoked sausage, Worcestershire sauce, cabbage, and finally the butter. Toss and sprinkle with a little salt and pepper.
- Cover the pot and lock the lid into place. Make sure the valve is set to sealing.
- Set the manual/pressure cook button to 3 minutes. When the time is up let the pot sit (Natural Release) for 5 minutes and then move the valve to venting. Remove the lid.
- Serve with parsley and oregano.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 222 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 222kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 17g | 6% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 17g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 23mg | 8% |
| Sodium | 376mg | 16% |
| Potassium | 507mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 485IU | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 90mg | 100% |
| Calcium | 116mg | 12% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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