Best 2 Sweet And Sour Red Cabbage And Apples Recipes

Sweet and sour red cabbage and apples is a classic German dish that pairs the natural sweetness of apples with the tartness of red cabbage. The dish is often served as a side dish to pork or duck, but it can also be enjoyed on its own. The combination of flavors and textures in this dish is sure to please everyone at your table. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and memorable meal that will leave your taste buds satisfied.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

SWEET AND SOUR RED CABBAGE AND APPLES

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Provided by Marian Burros

Categories side dish

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 large clove garlic
12 ounces whole red cabbage or shredded red cabbage
2 teaspoons Oriental sesame oil
2 Granny Smith or other tart apples (about 1 pound)
1/4 cup apple-cider vinegar
1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon honey
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

Mince garlic. If using a food processor to grate the cabbage, use it to mince the garlic; otherwise mince by hand.
Grate whole cabbage.
Heat oil in nonstick pan, and add garlic and cabbage. Saute over medium heat.
Meanwhile wash, core and cut apples into bite-size chunks. Add to cabbage mixture, and stir well.
Add remaining ingredients. Cover, and cook over low heat, until apples are tender, about 7 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 260, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 51 grams, Fat 5 grams, Fiber 10 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 306 milligrams, Sugar 35 grams

SWEET-AND-SOUR RED CABBAGE WITH APPLES AND TEMPEH

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From the October 2008 issue of Vegetarian Times. I used walnuts instead of chestnuts and it turned out great. I served this with roasted potatoes and squash, making this a delish fall meal.

Provided by VegSocialWorker

Categories Tempeh

Time 1h

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 (8 ounce) package tempeh
1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce
2 large sweet-tart apples, peeled, cored and chopped (such as Gala or Idared)
1 large red onion, chopped
2 lbs red cabbage, cored, quartered, and thinly sliced (8 cups)
1/2 cup sweet apple cider
1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
3 1/2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 1/2 cups cooked chestnuts, chopped

Steps:

Heat 1 1/2 tsp oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add tempeh, and saute 4 minutes or until brown. Stir in soy sauce and 1/2 cup water. Simmer 5 minutes or until liquid has absorbed, turning occasionally. Cool and cut tempeh into small squares.
Heat remaining 1 Tbsp in oil in large skillet over medium heat. Add apples and onion and saute for 12 minutes. Stir in cabbage, sweet cider, vinegar and brown sugar. Reduce heat to medium and partially cover skillet. Cook 25 minutes, or until cabbage is tender, stirring occasionally. Stir in tempeh and chestnuts, season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 171.7, Fat 5.9, SaturatedFat 1, Sodium 111.7, Carbohydrate 26.3, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 16.6, Protein 7.3

Tips:

Choose the right cabbage. Red cabbage is the traditional choice for this dish, but you can also use green cabbage or a combination of the two.
Slice the cabbage thinly. This will help it to cook evenly.
Use a variety of apples. This will give the dish a more complex flavor. Some good choices include Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, and Braeburn.
Don't overcook the cabbage and apples. They should be tender but still have a little bit of crunch.
Add some spices to the dish. This will help to give it a more flavorful and complex taste. Some good choices include cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
Serve the dish warm or at room temperature. It can also be served as a side dish or as a main course.

Conclusion:

Sweet and sour red cabbage and apples is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up leftover cabbage and apples, and it is also a healthy and affordable dish. So next time you are looking for a new recipe to try, give this one a try. You won't be disappointed!