20+ Red Cabbage Recipe Nigella Christmas Dive Into Deliciousness!
Published on: Mar 28, 2024
Are you looking for a delicious and festive dish to add to your Christmas dinner menu? Look no further than this red cabbage recipe from the renowned chef, Nigella Lawson. This traditional dish is not only full of flavor, but it also adds a vibrant pop of color to your holiday spread. Follow these simple steps to impress your guests with this warm and hearty side dish.
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Christmas Inspired Red Cabbage Side Salad
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Red Cabbage Sprouts Coleslaw with Maple Glazed Pecans
Main Ingredients: Red Cabbage, Brussels Sprouts, Pecans, Dried Sweetened
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Ingredients
What You'll Need:
1 large red cabbage, shredded
1 onion, sliced
3 apples, peeled and chopped
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup red wine
1/4 cup water
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1 tsp ground nutmeg
Salt and pepper, to taste
Olive oil, for cooking
Instructions
Step 1: Sauté the Onions
Heat a large pan over medium heat and add a drizzle of olive oil. Once hot, add the sliced onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
Step 2: Add the Red Cabbage
Add the shredded red cabbage to the pan with the onions and stir to combine. Cook for about 10 minutes, until the cabbage starts to soften.
Step 3: Add the Apples
Add the chopped apples to the pan and stir to combine. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.
Step 4: Season and Sweeten
Sprinkle in the brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg. Stir to evenly coat the cabbage mixture. Then, pour in the balsamic vinegar, red wine, and water. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for about 20 minutes.
Step 5: Serve and Enjoy
Once the cabbage is soft and the flavors have melded together, remove from heat and serve as a delicious side dish for your Christmas dinner. Garnish with some fresh herbs for an extra pop of flavor and color.
There you have it, a simple yet flavorful red cabbage recipe to add to your holiday menu. This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated, making it a stress-free addition to your Christmas feast. Give it a try and impress your loved ones with this festive and delicious dish from Nigella Lawson.
