Description
Crisp cabbage dances with garlic and butter in this Simple Sauteed Cabbage recipe, revealing Mediterranean-inspired comfort on your plate. Delicate ribbons of green melt into a savory side dish that brings warmth and flavor to any meal you serve.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Vegetables:
- 1 medium head green cabbage, cored & sliced into thin strips
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Fats and Oils:
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) butter
- 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) olive oil
Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Trim the tough center core from the cabbage and slice into delicate, uniform ribbons. Dice the onion with precision for even cooking.
- Heat a spacious skillet over medium-high temperature, combining butter and olive oil to create a rich, flavorful base. Gently sauté the onion until translucent and soft, releasing its aromatic essence.
- Introduce the cabbage strips to the skillet, using tongs to ensure each strand is luxuriously coated with the butter-oil mixture. Allow the cabbage to transform, stirring periodically to prevent sticking and promote even caramelization.
- When the cabbage begins to soften and develop golden edges, sprinkle in the smoked paprika and freshly minced garlic. Stir continuously to distribute the spices and prevent burning, letting the ingredients meld together.
- Taste and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper, adjusting to your preferred flavor profile. Transfer the vibrant, tender cabbage to a serving dish, ensuring each portion is infused with the rich, savory notes developed during cooking.
Notes
- Use a sharp knife to slice cabbage uniformly for even cooking and professional-looking presentation.
- Select butter and olive oil combination for rich flavor and preventing butter from burning at high temperatures.
- Stir cabbage consistently to ensure each piece cooks evenly and develops golden caramelized edges.
- Customize spice levels by adjusting smoked paprika quantity or exploring alternative seasonings like caraway seeds or red pepper flakes for added complexity.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg