Sauteed Cabbage
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Sauteed Cabbage
Description
This recipe begins by melting butter in a pan and cooking diced onions until translucent and softened. Green cabbage, shredded or chopped coarsely, is then added and cooked over medium-high heat for about 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until wilted and starting to brown on the edges. Adding a little water can help if the cabbage browns before becoming tender. Minced garlic, salt, and black pepper are stirred in and cooked for a minute to incorporate their flavors. Finally, freshly chopped parsley is sprinkled on top for freshness.
The cooking results in cabbage that is tender but retains some bite, with a slight caramelized flavor from the browned edges. The soft onions and garlic add sweetness and savory depth. The dish’s simplicity highlights the natural flavor of cabbage enhanced by basic seasoning and butter richness. It serves as a nutritious vegetable side that complements many main dishes.
Leftover sauteed cabbage keeps well refrigerated for up to three days. Using pre-shredded cabbage can speed up preparation. Careful attention to doneness ensures the cabbage is browned but not burnt, balancing tender texture with caramelized flavor.
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 cup onion finely diced
- 6 cups green cabbage coarsely shredded or chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt or more to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon parsley chopped
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a large pan over medium high heat.
- Add the onions to the pan and cook for 3-4 minutes or until they are translucent and softened.
- Add the cabbage to the pan.
- Cook, stirring occasionally for about 8 minutes, or until cabbage is wilted and starting to brown. You may need to add a bit of water to help the cabbage along.
- Add the garlic, salt and pepper to the pan. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- Sprinkle with parsley and serve.
Notes
- Browned edges on the cabbage add flavor; add water if cabbage is browning but still too firm to finish cooking.
- Use pre-shredded cabbage to reduce prep time without altering flavor.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator and consume within three days for best freshness.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 111 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 111kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 8g | 3% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 23mg | 8% |
| Sodium | 386mg | 16% |
| Potassium | 215mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 366IU | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 40mg | 44% |
| Calcium | 51mg | 5% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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