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Rotkohl (Red Cabbage Slaw)

Tangy, silky German red cabbage that tastes like it simmered for hours but hits the table in 20 minutes. Brilliant alone, perfect alongside roasted vegetables or crusty bread.

Total time
20 min
Servings
4
Calories
95
Protein
2g
Rotkohl (Red Cabbage Slaw)
comfortrusticgermanvegetarianvegangluten-freetendersilky

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Quarter the cabbage and slice thinly on a cutting board, discarding the core.

  2. Step 2

    Peel the apple and grate it on a box grater into a large skillet.

  3. Step 3

    Heat olive oil in the skillet over medium-high until shimmering.

  4. Step 4

    Add cabbage, vinegar, caraway seeds, sugar, and broth. Stir well.

  5. Step 5

    Cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, until cabbage is tender and liquid is mostly absorbed, 12–15 minutes.

  6. Step 6

    Taste and adjust with salt and pepper. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Tools you’ll need

  • large skillet (12-inch)
  • cutting board
  • knife
  • box grater
  • wooden spoon

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