Description
This Gluten-Free Braised Cabbage transforms a simple head of cabbage into a silky, savory side dish that is both humble and elegant, filling the kitchen with a cozy aroma and incorporating a wonderful balance of natural sweetness and gentle tang.
Ingredients
1 medium head Green Cabbage, cored and thinly sliced
1 medium Red Onion, thinly sliced into half-moons
2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
3 cloves Garlic, freshly minced
3 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar
1/2 cup Chicken or Vegetable Broth, certified gluten-free
1 tablespoon Maple Syrup or Honey
Sea Salt and Black Pepper, to taste
2 sprigs Fresh Thyme, optional
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables by removing wilted outer leaves from the cabbage, cutting the head into quarters, removing the core, and slicing the leaves. Peel and slice the red onion and mince the garlic
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook until translucent and slightly golden, then stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute
- Add the sliced cabbage to the pot in handfuls, stirring frequently to coat with olive oil and onion mixture
- Pour in gluten-free broth, apple cider vinegar, and honey or maple syrup. Season with salt, pepper, and add thyme. Stir to distribute flavors
- Cover and simmer on low for 25-35 minutes, stirring every ten minutes to check moisture levels
- Once tender, remove lid and adjust heat to reduce excess liquid for a flavorful glaze. Adjust seasoning if needed
Notes
Use a heavy-bottomed pot to prevent scorching.
Slice the cabbage to achieve your desired texture.
Deglaze the pot to incorporate flavors from browned bits.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 35 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Braised
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 95 kcal
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg