Braised Red Cabbage

The perfect side for your special dinner

 

Servings: 8 portions

Total Time: 1 Hour

 

Ingredients:

  • 1 large red cabbage (about 1kg/2lb 4oz)
  • 2 red onions, finely chopped
  • finely grated zest and juice 1 orange
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 150ml apple juice
  • 1 tbsp red wine vinegar

 

 

Method:

  • Peel off the outer leaves of the cabbage, then cut into quarters and slice out the core. Use a sharp knife or the slicing attachment of a food processor to thinly slice the cabbage.
  • Heat a large saucepan, then tip in the onions and gently fry until softened, about 5 mins.
  • Add the orange zest to the pan along with the cinnamon stick, then cook for 1 min more.
  • Add the shredded cabbage, then pour over the apple juice, orange juice and 150ml water. Bring up to the boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer, cover the pan and cook for 45 mins-1 hr until the cabbage is softened.