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Stewed red cabbage with chestnuts

4 servings

60 minutes

Braised red cabbage with chestnuts is a dish filled with coziness and warmth. This recipe has its roots in traditional European cuisine, where cabbage side dishes have always held a place of honor on the table. Tender, sweet-and-sour cabbage infused with the aroma of balsamic and apple vinegar acquires a rich flavor that harmoniously complements the sweetness of apples and the tenderness of chestnuts. Bacon adds depth and a slight salty note, while caramelized onions enhance the sweet nuances of the dish. This cabbage pairs perfectly with roasted meats, especially duck or pork, and also makes a wonderful standalone dish. Its rich flavor and warming texture make it an excellent choice for autumn and winter dinners, creating an atmosphere of comfort and home warmth.

Energy value per serving
CaloriesProteinsFatsCarbohydrates
420
kcal
9.7g
grams
11.6g
grams
72.7g
grams
Ingredients
4servings
Bacon
90 
g
Onion
1 
head
Red cabbage
1 
kg
Green apples
1 
pc
Apple cider vinegar
0.5 
glass
Sugar
6 
tbsp
Salt
0.5 
tsp
Balsamic vinegar
2 
tbsp
Freshly ground black pepper
 
to taste
Roasted Canned Chestnuts
230 
g
Cooking steps
  • 1

    Cut the bacon into thin strips and fry in a well-heated pan, covered, until all the fat is rendered and the pieces are slightly browned but not crispy.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Bacon90 g
  • 2

    Add thinly sliced onion, increase the heat, and sauté, stirring, until soft and golden.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Onion1 head
  • 3

    Meanwhile, peel the apple and cut it into small pieces. Thinly slice the cabbage.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Green apples1 piece
    2. Red cabbage1 kg
  • 4

    Add cabbage, apples, both vinegars, and sugar to the onions. Gently mix, bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat, and simmer for about 40 minutes until the cabbage is soft.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Red cabbage1 kg
    2. Green apples1 piece
    3. Apple cider vinegar0.5 glass
    4. Sugar6 tablespoons
    5. Balsamic vinegar2 tablespoons
  • 5

    Cut the chestnuts into small pieces.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Roasted Canned Chestnuts230 g
  • 6

    Open the lid, add the chestnuts, increase the heat, and cook for a few more minutes, stirring until the excess liquid evaporates. Serve hot.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Roasted Canned Chestnuts230 g
    2. Freshly ground black pepper to taste

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