Stewed cabbage with celery and carrots

4 servings

30 minutes

Braised cabbage with celery and carrots is a simple yet exquisite dish of European cuisine, filled with the natural aromas of vegetables. The roots of this recipe trace back to traditional village kitchens where fresh and accessible ingredients were valued above all. Tender cabbage infused with the sweet flavor of carrots is enriched by the light spice of cumin, while celery adds freshness and sophistication to the dish. This dish is versatile: it can be a standalone light dinner or an appetizing side for meat and fish dishes. Its rich vegetable flavor harmonizes with the simplicity of preparation, making it an ideal choice for those who appreciate healthy and delicious food.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 148.4
• Proteins: 4g
• Fats: 9.3g
• Carbohydrates: 13.2g

Ingredients

• White cabbage: 0.5 pc
• Celery stalk: 4 stem
• Carrot: 1 pc
• Onion: 1 pc
• Cumin (zira): 1 tsp
• Salt: to taste
• Vegetable oil: 2 tbsp

Cooking steps

1. Finely chop a large onion and sauté it in vegetable oil in a wok until soft.

   Required ingredients:

   • Onion: 1 piece
   • Vegetable oil: 2 tablespoons

2. Cut one large juicy carrot into circles or half-circles and add it to the onion.

   Required ingredients:

   • Carrot: 1 piece

3. Meanwhile, we cut the celery stalks and send them to the wok.

   Required ingredients:

   • Celery stalk: 4 stems

4. Chop half a small cabbage and add it to the wok with the other vegetables. Salt to taste. For variety, you can add cumin; I liked it.

   Required ingredients:

   • White cabbage: 0.5 piece
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Cumin (zira): 1 teaspoon

5. Cook until the cabbage is ready/soft.

6. Can serve as a light standalone dish or a side. Enjoy your meal!