Description
A sweet, tangy, and warmly spiced side dish, this red cabbage is perfect for Christmas dinners, Sunday roasts, or cozy winter meals.
Ingredients
1 red cabbage, finely sliced
250 ml red wine vinegar (about 1 cup)
250 g brown sugar (about 1¼ cups)
250 ml water (about 1 cup)
1 cinnamon stick
1 star anise
4 green cardamom pods
1 tsp sea salt
Instructions
Prepare Syrup:
In a large pot, combine water, brown sugar, red wine vinegar, and salt over medium heat. Stir until sugar dissolves.
Add cinnamon stick, star anise, and cardamom pods. Let infuse for 30 minutes.
Preheat Oven:
Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
Prepare Cabbage:
Place sliced cabbage in a deep baking dish. Pour syrup (with spices) over cabbage, coating evenly. Cover tightly with foil.
Bake:
Bake covered for 90 minutes. Remove foil, stir cabbage, and bake uncovered for 20 more minutes until tender and liquid reduces.
Serve:
Remove whole spices. Stir cabbage, adjust seasoning with extra salt if needed, and serve warm.
Notes
Slicing Tip: Use a food processor for quick, even cabbage slices.
Spice Removal: Tie spices in cheesecloth for easy removal before serving.
Make Ahead: This dish tastes even better the next day and can be reheated for easy holiday prep.
Pairings: Excellent with roast pork, duck, turkey, or vegetarian roasts.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking, Braising
- Cuisine: British
