Slow-Cooker German Red Cabbage and Pork Ribs

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
15%
Slow-Cooker German Red Cabbage and Pork Ribs
330 min.
6
337kcal

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Indulge in the comforting flavors of traditional German cuisine with this Slow-Cooker German Red Cabbage and Pork Ribs recipe. Perfect for those chilly evenings, this dish combines tender, juicy pork ribs with the sweet and tangy notes of red cabbage and Granny Smith apples, creating a delightful harmony of flavors that will warm your heart and satisfy your taste buds.

What makes this recipe truly special is its simplicity and the ease of preparation. With just a few steps, you can set your slow cooker and let it work its magic, filling your home with an irresistible aroma. The combination of crispy bacon, savory pork, and the vibrant colors of red cabbage and apples not only makes for a visually appealing dish but also a nutritious one, being both gluten-free and dairy-free.

This meal is perfect for family gatherings or a cozy dinner with friends, serving up to six people. With a cooking time of 5 to 6 hours, you can spend your day doing what you love while the slow cooker does the heavy lifting. Each serving is packed with flavor and comes in at just 337 calories, making it a guilt-free indulgence. So gather your ingredients, fire up your slow cooker, and get ready to enjoy a taste of Germany right in your own kitchen!

Ingredients

  • slices bacon chopped
  • lb pork stew meat boneless country-style
  • 1.5 teaspoons salt 
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper 
  • cups cabbage red thinly sliced ()
  • cups apples i use 2 granny smith apples peeled thinly sliced
  • 0.5 cup onion finely chopped
  • 0.5 cup apple cider vinegar 
  • 0.3 cup apple juice 
  • tablespoons sugar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • slotted spoon
  • slow cooker

Directions

  1. In 12-inch skillet, cook bacon over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until crisp.
  2. Remove bacon from skillet to large bowl; reserve drippings in skillet.
  3. Sprinkle both sides of ribs with salt and pepper; cook in drippings until browned. Meanwhile, stir cabbage, apples and onion into bacon in bowl.
  4. Spray 4- to 5-quart slow cooker with cooking spray.
  5. Place ribs in cooker, reserving drippings in skillet. Spoon cabbage mixture over ribs.
  6. Stir vinegar, apple juice and sugar into drippings in skillet; heat to boiling.
  7. Pour over ribs and cabbage mixture.
  8. Cover; cook on Low heat setting 5 to 6 hours. To serve, use slotted spoon to remove cabbage mixture and ribs from cooker.

Nutrition Facts

Calories337kcal
Protein26.61%
Fat47.26%
Carbs26.13%

Properties

Glycemic Index
45.64
Glycemic Load
7.41
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
20.248695497927%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
187.73mg
Delphinidin
0.09mg
Pelargonidin
0.02mg
Peonidin
0.01mg
Catechin
0.94mg
Epigallocatechin
0.16mg
Epicatechin
5.19mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.01mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.12mg
Apigenin
0.05mg
Luteolin
0.17mg
Isorhamnetin
0.67mg
Kaempferol
0.17mg
Myricetin
0.18mg
Quercetin
5.59mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:337.08kcal
16.85%
Fat:17.73g
27.28%
Saturated Fat:4.33g
27.04%
Carbohydrates:22.06g
7.35%
Net Carbohydrates:18.4g
6.69%
Sugar:15.54g
17.27%
Cholesterol:82.41mg
27.47%
Sodium:767.05mg
33.35%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:22.47g
44.93%
Vitamin C:54.68mg
66.28%
Selenium:35.36µg
50.51%
Vitamin B6:0.8mg
39.94%
Vitamin K:35.7µg
34%
Vitamin B1:0.49mg
32.34%
Phosphorus:250.82mg
25.08%
Zinc:3.16mg
21.08%
Vitamin A:1041.56IU
20.83%
Vitamin B3:4.07mg
20.36%
Vitamin B2:0.34mg
20.27%
Potassium:671.57mg
19.19%
Vitamin B5:1.86mg
18.55%
Vitamin B12:1.06µg
17.6%
Manganese:0.35mg
17.4%
Fiber:3.66g
14.63%
Magnesium:42.91mg
10.73%
Iron:1.79mg
9.92%
Calcium:72.58mg
7.26%
Copper:0.13mg
6.29%
Folate:20.46µg
5.11%
Vitamin D:0.75µg
4.98%
Vitamin E:0.5mg
3.37%