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.
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.
- Cabbage: 1 piece
- Salt: to taste
- Vegetable seasoning: to taste
5
While the cabbage is stewing, you should chop the pepper after removing its seeds and stem.
- Sweet pepper (capsicum): 1 piece
6
Cut the tomato into convenient cubes.
- Tomatoes: 3 pieces
7
Only the leafy part of the greens should be taken and chopped finely.
- Fresh herbs: 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).
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The pan for cooking should be large enough to fit all the vegetables.
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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.
- Onion: 1 head
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Then add peas with tomatoes and mix, cover with a lid and wait for another 5-7 minutes.
- Frozen green peas: 250 g
- Tomatoes: 3 pieces
12
Add greens, mix, cover with a lid and wait for a few minutes.
- Fresh herbs: 1 bunch
13
Add seasoning, mix, cover with a lid, and turn off the heat.
- Vegetable seasoning: to taste
14
Serve as a standalone dish or as a side.
