Best 3 Rotkraut Red Cabbage Recipes

Red cabbage, also known as rotkraut, is a hearty and flavorful vegetable that can be prepared in a variety of ways. Whether you're looking for a traditional German dish or a more modern take on this classic ingredient, there are countless recipes to choose from. From braised red cabbage with apples and bacon to a tangy red cabbage slaw, this versatile vegetable can be enjoyed as a side dish or as a main course.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

SUSS-SAURES ROTKRAUT (SWEET-AND-SOUR RED CABBAGE)

Suss-Saures Rotkraut (Sweet-And-Sour Red Cabbage) image

Make and share this Suss-Saures Rotkraut (Sweet-And-Sour Red Cabbage) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Mimi Bobeck

Categories Sauces

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1/4 cup butter
1/3 cup brown sugar
4 medium apples, peel, slice
2 bay leaves
1/2 red onion, chopped
1/4 cup vinegar
1 head red cabbage, finely shredded
1/4 cup butter
1 cup red wine
1 lemon, juice of
1/2 medium lemon
4 whole cloves

Steps:

Melt butter in 4-quart dutch oven.
Add apples and onions, sauté slightly.
Add finely shredded cabbage, red wine, cloves, sugar, and bay leaves.
Simmer, covered, for 1 hour.
Then add the remaining ingredients.
Heat to melt the butter and serve immediately.

RED CABBAGE WITH APPLES (ROTKRAUT MIT APFELN)

Red Cabbage with Apples (Rotkraut Mit Apfeln) image

Red cabbage is a typical Austrian side dish. During holidays, such as Christmas, people add apples to sweeten this already tasty dish. Red cabbage makes a good accompaniment to a Christmas Day holiday meal of roast goose, potato dumplings, and desserts such as Sacher torte and Christmas cookies. From Cooking the Austrian Way by...

Provided by Vicki Butts (lazyme)

Categories Vegetables

Time 1h45m

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 head red cabbage, finely chopped
1 small onion, peeled, cut into quarters
4 whole cloves
1 large green apple,, cut into quarters
2 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 1/2 Tbsp sugar
2 Tbsp vegetable oil
1 1/2 Tbsp flour

Steps:

1. Combine cabbage, onion, cloves, apple, vinegar, 3/4 tbsp. sugar, and oil in a large pot.
2. Add enough water to cover the bottom of the pot.
3. Bring to a boil and then simmer until tender, or 1 to 1-1/2 hours.
4. Add boiling water if needed during cooking to maintain enough water at the bottom of the pan to keep the food from sticking.
5. Sprinkle flour and the rest of sugar over the mixture before serving.

ROTKRAUT - RED CABBAGE

Rotkraut - Red Cabbage image

Another recipe from Grandma Busch's recipe file. She served this with Sauerbraten. It is probably my favorite way to eat cabbage. Any leftover cabbage was served cold like a side salad.

Provided by Marsha Gardner

Categories Vegetables

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

2 lb red cabbage, shredded
2 Tbsp unsalted butter or olive oil
1 Tbsp sugar
2-3 tart apples
4 Tbsp red wine vinegar
kosher salt to taste
1 c red wine
3-4 whole cloves
2-3 bay leaves
1 Tbsp all purpose flour

Steps:

1. Wash the red cabbage, remove trunk and cut into fine strips.
2. Brown the sugar in the butter until light brown in color. Add the finely chopped onion and apples, peeled and cut into small cubes.
3. Sauté for a few minutes. Add the red cabbage and mix everything to combine. Immediately pour a little of the red wine vinegar on the cabbage so it retains the red color.
4. Season with salt, add a little of red wine, bay leaves, cloves and steam covered on medium heat until cabbage is tender for about 45 - 60 minutes.
5. At the end dust cabbage with some flour, season to taste and add some more red wine and/or vinegar if necessary.

Tips for Making Rotkraut (Red Cabbage)

Use a sharp knife to thinly slice the cabbage. This will help it cook evenly.
If you don't have a Dutch oven, you can use a large pot with a tight-fitting lid.
Be sure to add enough liquid to the pot. The cabbage should be covered by at least 1 inch of liquid.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for at least 1 hour, or until the cabbage is tender.
Season the cabbage to taste with salt, pepper, and other desired spices.
Serve rotkraut hot or cold, as a side dish or main course.

Conclusion

Rotkraut is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. Whether you serve it hot or cold, as a side dish or main course, rotkraut is sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting way to cook cabbage, give rotkraut a try!