Description
Savory Caramelized Cabbage Wedges with Rich Flavor Boost
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium head green cabbage (about 2 pounds)
- 4 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 small yellow onion (about 8 ounces, sliced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced or finely grated)
- ¼ cup tomato paste (from the tube)
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar (optional)
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon fine sea salt (plus more to taste)
- 1 cup water or low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill (chopped)
- ½ cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
- 1 tablespoon Parmesan (grated)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Cut the cabbage in half through the core and then into 3 wedges each, keeping the core intact for stability. Season generously with salt.
- Heat a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat, adding 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter. Sear 3 wedges of cabbage for about 3-4 minutes per side until browned and slightly softened, then transfer to a plate. Repeat with the remaining wedges.
- Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil to the skillet. Cook the sliced onion for about 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until softened and fragrant.
- Incorporate the minced garlic, ground cumin, smoked paprika, and optional brown sugar. Sauté for about 30 seconds.
- Mix in the tomato paste and simmer for 2-3 minutes until it darkens slightly.
- Pour in the water or broth, then bring it to a boil. Taste and adjust the seasoning.
- Return the browned cabbage wedges to the skillet, overlapping some corners to fit.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 40-50 minutes until the cabbage softens and half of the liquid has evaporated.
- Serve hot, topped with fresh dill, sour cream or Greek yogurt, and optional Parmesan.
Notes
- Adjust salt and seasoning to your taste.
- Brown sugar is optional for added sweetness.
- Fresh dill adds a nice touch to the flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wedge
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
Keywords: Caramelized Cabbage Wedges, Cabbage Recipe, Vegetarian Side Dish