How We Celebrate Autumn (and a for Cider-braised Cabbage and Apples)

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Popular
Health score
21%
How We Celebrate Autumn (and a for Cider-braised Cabbage and Apples)
45 min.
6
156kcal

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As the leaves begin to turn and the air grows crisp, there's no better way to celebrate the beauty of autumn than with a warm, comforting dish that captures the essence of the season. Our Cider-braised Cabbage and Apples is a delightful vegetarian side that brings together the sweet and tangy flavors of fresh apples and rich apple cider, creating a dish that is both nourishing and satisfying.

This recipe is not only gluten-free but also a popular choice for gatherings, making it perfect for your fall festivities. The combination of caramelized onions, tender cabbage, and juicy apples creates a symphony of flavors that will have your guests coming back for seconds. The addition of ghee adds a rich, buttery note, while the apple cider vinegar provides a bright finish that balances the sweetness of the dish.

Ready in just 45 minutes, this dish is an easy yet impressive way to showcase the bounty of autumn. Whether served alongside a hearty main course or as part of a festive spread, Cider-braised Cabbage and Apples is sure to become a beloved staple in your seasonal repertoire. So gather your ingredients, embrace the spirit of the season, and let the warm aromas fill your kitchen as you create this delightful side dish that celebrates all that autumn has to offer.

Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups apple cider sweet
  • tablespoons apple cider vinegar 
  • medium apples cored sliced thin ( and )
  •  bay leaf 
  • medium head cabbage cored chopped (outer leaves removed, and )
  • tablespoons ghee 
  • 0.5 teaspoon unrefined sea salt 
  • medium onions yellow peeled sliced thin (, and )

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Melt the ghee in a large (12-inch) skillet over moderately high heat, then toss in sliced onion. Fry until translucent and a bit caramelized at the edges, 6 to 8 minutes. Stir in apples and fry until fragrant, a further 2 to 3 minutes. Reduce heat to medium, toss in chopped cabbage, stir well to bring the apples and onions to the surface, and cook for about 5 minutes.
  2. Pour cider into the cabbage and apples, and toss in the bay leaf. Simmer, uncovered, for 30 to 35 minutes or until the cabbage and apples are soften and the liquid is largely evaporated.
  3. Sprinkle the dish with sea salt and stir in the apple cider vinegar. Continue cooking over medium heat for a further 2 to 3 minutes, then serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories156kcal
Protein6.14%
Fat28.7%
Carbs65.16%

Properties

Glycemic Index
30.63
Glycemic Load
7.85
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
13.979999977609%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.96mg
Peonidin
0.01mg
Catechin
1.53mg
Epigallocatechin
0.16mg
Epicatechin
7.35mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.01mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.12mg
Apigenin
0.12mg
Luteolin
0.23mg
Isorhamnetin
1.84mg
Kaempferol
0.6mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
10.64mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:156.09kcal
7.8%
Fat:5.34g
8.22%
Saturated Fat:3.19g
19.95%
Carbohydrates:27.3g
9.1%
Net Carbohydrates:21.31g
7.75%
Sugar:18.4g
20.45%
Cholesterol:12.8mg
4.27%
Sodium:225.82mg
9.82%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.57g
5.14%
Vitamin K:116.49µg
110.95%
Vitamin C:61.43mg
74.46%
Fiber:5.99g
23.94%
Folate:73.89µg
18.47%
Manganese:0.37mg
18.43%
Vitamin B6:0.27mg
13.37%
Potassium:439.08mg
12.55%
Vitamin B1:0.13mg
8.79%
Calcium:77.94mg
7.79%
Magnesium:28.08mg
7.02%
Phosphorus:61.2mg
6.12%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
5.67%
Iron:0.95mg
5.28%
Vitamin B5:0.43mg
4.32%
Vitamin A:183.42IU
3.67%
Copper:0.07mg
3.36%
Zinc:0.37mg
2.49%
Vitamin B3:0.5mg
2.48%
Vitamin E:0.35mg
2.33%