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Rosemary Braised Red Cabbage With Kabanos

Name: Rosemary Braised Red Cabbage With Kabanos
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Ukrainian
Ingredients: 1/2 Red Cabbage; 1 tablespoon Olive Oil; Knob Butter; 1 sliced Red Onions; 125ml Red Wine Vinegar; 140g Brown Sugar; 1 chopped Red Chilli; 2 sprigs Rosemary; 1 chopped Bramley Apples; 8 Kabanos Sausages

Rosemary Braised Red Cabbage With Kabanos is a classic Ukrainian dish that holds a distinguished place in traditional cooking. Celebrated for its wholesome ingredients and time-honored preparation, this dish brings authentic regional character to the home kitchen.

Carefully prepared featuring Red Cabbage, Butter, Red Onions, Red Wine Vinegar, Brown Sugar, Red Chilli, Rosemary, Bramley Apples and Kabanos Sausages, the ingredients are simmered and seasoned to achieve a satisfying depth of flavor. The cooking process allows natural aromas to develop, ensuring each portion is both hearty and flavorful.

Serve hot alongside fresh bread, steamed grains, or a crisp seasonal salad for a well-rounded dining experience.

If you enjoy authentic Ukrainian cooking, be sure to also explore our recipe for Beetroot Latkes.

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Ingredients

Red Cabbage1/2
Olive Oil1 tablespoon
ButterKnob
Red Onions1 sliced
Red Wine Vinegar125ml
Brown Sugar140g
Red Chilli1 chopped
Rosemary2 sprigs
Bramley Apples1 chopped
Kabanos Sausages8

Step-by-Step Instructions

7 steps

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Step 1🔪 Prep

Halve the cabbage, remove the tough stem and thinly slice.

Step 2🥄 Mix

Place in a large pan with all the other ingredients apart from the sausages, then mix in 300ml water and some salt and pepper.

Step 3🍲 Simmer

Bring to a simmer, then reduce the heat, cover with a well-fitting lid and gently cook for 1½ hrs, stirring frequently.

Step 4

If too dry, you can add a little more water.

Step 5🍲 Simmer⏱️ 20 mins

Add the kabanos to the cabbage mixture, place a lid on the pan and gently simmer for 20 mins.

Step 6⏱️ 10 mins

Remove the lid and cook for a further 10 mins.

Step 7✨ Serve

Serve alongside some simple mash or boiled potatoes.

👨‍🍳 Chef's Culinary Notes

Cultural Heritage

Rosemary Braised Red Cabbage With Kabanos carries a rich culinary tradition rooted in regional home cooking. Developed over generations, the recipe highlights wholesome local ingredients prepared with time-honored kitchen techniques.

Dietary Substitutions

For a richer sauce, replace a portion of the water with homemade bone broth, vegetable stock, or a splash of dry wine or red wine vinegar to cut through richness.

Chef Technique Tips

Take the time to thoroughly sear and brown red cabbage in batches before adding the braising liquid. The caramelized fond deposited on the bottom of the pot dissolves into the stew, providing depth and body that cannot be rushed.

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