Description
This sautéed cabbage recipe delivers tender, flavorful cabbage cooked with garlic, fresh herbs, and a touch of acidity from apple cider vinegar and lemon juice. It’s a simple, quick side dish perfect for adding a healthy vegetable to any meal, with a balance of savory, tangy, and fresh flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1 small head green cabbage (about 2 – 2 1/2 pounds)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 lemon wedge
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Oils and Fats
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Seasonings
- 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Prepare the cabbage. Cut the cabbage in half through its core. Slice each half as thinly as possible into fine ribbons, slicing around the core and discarding it to prepare for sautéing.
- Heat the pan and add fats. Heat a large sauté pan or cast iron pan (a Dutch oven also works) over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil and butter, stirring to melt the butter completely before proceeding.
- Add ingredients to the pan. Once the butter has melted, add the sliced cabbage, minced garlic, onion powder, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper to the pan.
- Sauté the cabbage. Cook the mixture for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage becomes tender and begins to brown slightly, which brings out its natural sweetness and flavor.
- Finish with vinegar. Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the apple cider vinegar. Taste and adjust the salt and pepper if necessary to balance the flavors.
- Add lemon and herbs. Squeeze the lemon wedge over the cabbage and taste again. Add more lemon juice if a brighter acidity is desired. Finally, sprinkle the chopped fresh oregano and parsley on top before serving.
Notes
- For best results, slice the cabbage as thinly as possible for even cooking and better texture.
- Use freshly minced garlic to get the fullest flavor in the dish.
- Adjust salt, pepper, and acidity to taste depending on your preference.
- This dish pairs wonderfully with grilled or roasted meats and fish, or can be served as a vegetarian side.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: sauteed cabbage, easy cabbage recipe, sautéed vegetables, healthy side dish, quick cooking, vegetarian side
