Red Cabbage(German)

Cook: 20 min Cuisine: German

A flavorful German-style red cabbage dish with tender shredded cabbage, sweet and tangy apples, and a hint of vinegar, perfect as a side for hearty meals.

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Ingredients

  • 1 large red cabbage (about 3 lb.)
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 2 to 5 tart apples
  • 4 to 6 Tbsp. bacon drippings or vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1/2 to 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup vinegar

Instructions

  1. Shred the red cabbage thinly.
  2. Brown diced onion and apples (with peel) in a large pot with bacon drippings or vegetable oil.
  3. Cook slowly until tender, about 10 minutes.
  4. Add shredded cabbage, salt, sugar, and vinegar to the pot.
  5. Cook over low heat until the cabbage is tender.
  6. Check and adjust seasoning before serving.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

251 kcal 13% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 9.3g 19% DV
Total Fat 14.7g 19% DV
Carbs 20.6g 7% DV
Fiber 2.3g 8% DV
Sugar 6g 12% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10206mg 100% DV
Potassium 284.3mg 6% DV
Cholesterol 25.5mg 9% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 0.5mcg
Vitamin C 12.2mg 14% DV
Calcium 40.5mg 3% DV
Iron 1.4mg 8% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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