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🌍Authentic German recipe from a Germany-based creator — ingredients and steps translated below
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German Red Cabbage

Cultural Context

Originating from Germany, red cabbage is a staple side dish often served alongside meats, especially during festive occasions like Christmas. Its vibrant color and sweet-sour flavor profile make it a beloved part of traditional German cuisine. Today, variations can be found across Europe and beyond, with each region adding its unique twist.

GermanDEside
60 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1/2 Rotkohl
1 weisse Zwiebel
Salz
Pfeffer
1 EL Zucker
1 Apfel
35 g Butter (für die vegane Variante Margarine)
5 Wachholderbeeren
3 Nelken
1 grosses Lorbeerblatt
2 EL Rotweinessig
1 TL Speisestärke
250 ml Apfelsaft naturtrüb

red cabbage

🥗Healthier: green cabbage

💰Cheaper: green cabbage

Green cabbage is often less expensive and more readily available.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil offers a healthier fat option.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds natural sweetness with a unique flavor.

vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider vinegar enhances flavor with a fruity note.

1

Chop the Rotkohl and the weisse Zwiebel.

2

In a pot, melt the Butter (or Margarine for vegan) and sauté the Zwiebel until translucent.

3

Add the chopped Rotkohl to the pot and stir well.

4

Season with Salz and Pfeffer, and add the Zucker, Apfel (chopped), Wachholderbeeren, Nelken, and Lorbeerblatt.

5

Pour in the Rotweinessig and Apfelsaft, then bring to a simmer.

6

Cover and cook until the Rotkohl is tender, stirring occasionally.

7

Mix the Speisestärke with a little water to create a slurry, then add to the pot to thicken the mixture.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbraising

Equipment Needed

pot

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegan

Also Known As

RotkohlBlaukraut
Local Name: Rotkohl

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