Braised Purple Cabbage
This recipe has no right to turn out so delicious. With just a few ingredients, you will create a flavorful side dish that pairs well with grilled fish, chicken or tofu. Cabbage is also one of my favorite low potassium substitutions for spinach and other cooked greens.
Makes
Serving size
Ingredients
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 onion, diced
½ head purple cabbage, cut into ½-inch strips and rough chopped
Pinch of Kosher salt
Pinch of red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
½ cup low sodium vegetable stock
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat.
- Add the onions and cook until soft and translucent, stirring occasionally, 5-7 minutes.
- Add the cabbage, salt and red pepper flakes. Cook until cabbage is bright in color, stirring occasionally, 3-5 minutes.
- Increase the heat to medium-high, add the vinegar and vegetable stock and bring to a boil.
- Cover and reduce the heat to low. Simmer until the cabbage is tender, but not too soft, stirring occasionally, 8-10 minutes.
Cooking Tip
Serve with your favorite lean protein and healthy carb for a full balanced meal!
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