Cabbage stewed with tomato, pepper and young peas

6 servings

60 minutes

Cabbage stewed with tomatoes, peppers, and young peas is a simple yet incredibly delicious recipe from Russian cuisine that embodies the traditions of rural meals. Tender cabbage infused with the aroma of sweet peppers and juicy tomatoes gains softness and rich flavor. The added young peas give the dish a light freshness and subtle sweetness. This dish can be enjoyed as a standalone meal or used as a side dish, perfectly pairing it with meat dishes or porridge. The ease of preparation and availability of ingredients make it a versatile choice for everyday meals. Historically, stewed vegetables were the foundation of Russian cuisine due to their nutrition and simplicity. Today, this dish remains relevant, warming with the taste of home comfort.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 104.3
• Proteins: 6.9g
• Fats: 0.5g
• Carbohydrates: 20.8g

Ingredients

• Cabbage: 1 pc
• Sweet pepper: 1 pc
• Tomatoes: 3 pc
• Frozen green peas: 250 g
• Seasoning for vegetables: to taste
• Salt: to taste
• Green: 1 bunch
• Onion: 1 head

Cooking steps

1. Prepare the vegetables.

2. First, cut the cabbage in half.

3. Then cut each half in half again, and then into small pieces across and along.

4. Place the cabbage in a heated pan, add vegetable oil and salt, then it's better to cover it so it can stew.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cabbage: 1 piece
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Seasoning for vegetables:  to taste

5. While the cabbage is stewing, you should chop the pepper after removing its seeds and stem.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sweet pepper: 1 piece

6. Cut the tomato into convenient cubes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Tomatoes: 3 pieces

7. Only the leafy part of the greens should be taken and chopped finely.

   Required ingredients:

   • Green: 1 bunch

8. Set aside the chopped vegetables until the cabbage is half cooked (about 25 minutes if the cabbage is old, and a bit faster for fresh cabbage).

9. The pan for cooking should be large enough to fit all the vegetables.

10. The cabbage will soften when it decreases and has a pleasant taste. Then add onion and mix, let it sit covered for 5-7 minutes.

    Required ingredients:

    • Onion: 1 head

11. Then add peas with tomatoes and mix, cover with a lid and wait for another 5-7 minutes.

    Required ingredients:

    • Frozen green peas: 250 g
    • Tomatoes: 3 pieces

12. Add greens, mix, cover with a lid and wait for a few minutes.

    Required ingredients:

    • Green: 1 bunch

13. Add seasoning, mix, cover with a lid, and turn off the heat.

    Required ingredients:

    • Seasoning for vegetables:  to taste

14. Serve as a standalone dish or as a side.