Crock Pot Sweet and Sour Cabbage π₯¬π
Description: For some reason, growing up we always had to have cabbage to start the new year. This was one of my favorite ways to have it.
Recipe Category: Greens
Keywords: Fruit, Vegetable, Low Protein, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Weeknight
Servings: 6
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | Red cabbage |
| 3 | Tart apples |
| 1 | Boiling water |
| 1/3 | Lemon juice |
| 1/3 | Brown sugar |
| 1 | Salt |
| 1 | Cornstarch |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 130.3
- Fat Content: 0.3g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 431.8mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 33.3g
- Fiber Content: 4.7g
- Sugar Content: 24.7g
- Protein Content: 2.2g
Instructions:
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Prepare Ingredients: Shred the red cabbage and place it in the crock pot. Quarter and core the unpeeled apples, then cut them into thin slices and add them to the cabbage.
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Combine Ingredients: In a separate bowl, combine the boiling water, lemon juice, brown sugar, and salt. Stir well to ensure everything is mixed evenly. Then, pour this mixture over the cabbage and apples in the crock pot.
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Cook on Low: Cover the crock pot and cook on the low setting for 5-6 hours, allowing the flavors to meld together and the cabbage to soften. You can leave it longer if desired for even more tender cabbage.
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Switch to High: After the initial cooking time, switch the setting to high for the final steps.
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Thicken the Sauce: In a small bowl, dissolve the cornstarch in a small amount of cold water to create a slurry. Once dissolved, stir this mixture into the cabbage mixture in the crock pot.
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Final Cooking: Cook the cabbage mixture on high for an additional 10 minutes or until the sauce has thickened to your liking. Stir occasionally to ensure even thickening and coating of the cabbage.
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Serve: Once the cabbage is cooked and the sauce is thickened, your Crock Pot Sweet and Sour Cabbage is ready to serve! Enjoy it as a delicious side dish alongside your favorite main course, or as a flavorful addition to any meal. π½οΈ
This recipe is not only flavorful and comforting but also healthy, making it perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a weeknight dinner or a special holiday meal. Give it a try and savor the sweet and tangy goodness of this classic dish!
