Description
Sautéed Cabbage is a simple and flavorful side dish featuring finely sliced green cabbage cooked until tender and caramelized, then finished with a splash of apple cider vinegar and fresh thyme for a bright, tangy taste. Perfect as a warm, savory accompaniment to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 small head green cabbage about 2 1/2 pounds
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ½ tablespoon apple cider vinegar plus additional to taste
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme optional
Instructions
- Prepare the Cabbage: Cut the cabbage in half from top down through its core. Place the cut-side down on your cutting board and slice as thinly as possible around the core to create fine ribbons. Discard the core.
- Heat the Pan: Heat a large sauté pan or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil and butter. Allow the butter to melt completely before adding other ingredients.
- Sauté the Cabbage: Add the sliced cabbage, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper to the pan. Cook for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Allow the cabbage to develop brown caramelized bits by leaving it undisturbed for a minute or two at a time during cooking to enhance flavor.
- Finish and Season: Remove the pan from heat and stir in the apple cider vinegar. Taste and add more salt, pepper, or vinegar as desired. Sprinkle with chopped fresh thyme if using. Serve warm.
Notes
- TO STORE: Keep sautéed cabbage in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- TO REHEAT: Warm gently in a microwave-safe bowl or on a plate, adding extra salt and a splash of apple cider vinegar to refresh flavors.
- TO FREEZE: Place in a freezer-safe container; texture may change slightly but will remain tasty when thawed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 90 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
