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Braised Cabbage

Cultural Context

Braised cabbage, a staple in Czech cuisine, has roots in traditional peasant cooking, often served alongside meats or as part of festive meals. This dish highlights the humble cabbage, transforming it into a flavorful accompaniment. Today, variations exist across Europe, with each region adding its own twist, making it a beloved comfort food in many households.

CzechCZside
45 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb bacon
1 large onion
1 head cabbage
1 tablespoon ground caraway seeds
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons lard or butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon sugar

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

cabbage

🥗Healthier: savoy cabbage

💰Cheaper: green cabbage

Savoy cabbage is tender and flavorful, while green cabbage is more economical.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade broth

💰Cheaper: water

Homemade broth enhances flavor without added cost.

apple cider vinegar

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Lemon juice adds acidity, while white vinegar is budget-friendly.

1

Cut the bacon.

2

Peel and dice the onions.

3

Boil the cabbage.

4

Add 1 tsp of ground caraway seeds and 1 tsp of salt to the cabbage; mix well.

5

Cook for 20-30 minutes.

6

Melt the lard or butter in a pan.

7

Sauté the bacon until cooked.

8

Sauté the onions until golden brown.

9

Dust the sautéed mixture with all-purpose flour; mix well to dissolve the flour into the fat.

10

Cook for 2 minutes.

11

Mix the contents of the pan into the cabbage.

12

Boil together until it thickens, around 10 minutes.

13

Add sugar to taste.

14

Serve with Czech cuisine.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbraising

Equipment Needed

large potwooden spoonknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Also Known As

Smažené zelíBraised Sauerkraut

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