Cabbage stewed with lentils and sausages
4 servings
50 minutes
Cabbage stewed with lentils and sausages is a hearty and aromatic dish of German cuisine that reflects the traditions of simple yet rich flavors. Its origins trace back to peasant meals where accessible and nutritious ingredients were used. The taste of the dish is a harmonious blend of sweet cabbage, rich lentils, and smoked sausages, complemented by the freshness of herbs and a hint of spice. It is perfect for warming family lunches or dinners, especially on cold days. Served as a standalone dish or with rye bread that emphasizes its rustic character.
1
Boil the lentils until cooked. Peel the onion, chop finely, place in a heated frying pan with oil and fry for 5 minutes.
- Green lentils: 0.5 glass
- Onion: 1 head
- Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
2
Peel the carrot, grate it and add to the onion. Cook on low heat for 7 minutes, stirring.
- Carrot: 1 piece
3
Peel the tomato, dice the flesh and add it to the onion and carrot. Add ketchup, mix and cook for 7 minutes.
- Tomatoes: 1 piece
- Ketchup: 1 tablespoon
4
Chop the cabbage, add it to the vegetables, mix and simmer for 10-15 minutes with a lid. Add lentils, sliced sausages, parsley, dill, salt and pepper. Mix well.
- White cabbage: 500 g
- Green lentils: 0.5 glass
- Smoked pork sausages: 2 pieces
- Chopped parsley: to taste
- Chopped dill: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
- Salt: to taste
5
Place in a preheated oven at 140 degrees for 15 minutes.