Even though cabbage is in season from late autumn to early spring, it is consumed year-round. Cabbage is a versatile vegetable. Whether braised with St. Patrick’s Day corned beef or grated for summer slaw. Consequently, the best method to prepare this leafy green is to roast it at a high temperature until is charred. This trick eliminates excess moisture and extracts natural sugars. The result is a golden brown cabbage.
How to Make Caramelized Cabbage
Flavors of cabbage differ by variety. For example, green and red cabbage have more peppery notes. All of them can be caramelized, and each will yield a distinct flavor. A recipe for Charred Caraway Cabbage incorporates mild savoy cabbage with caraway seeds for an aromatic anise flavor. Beyond salt and pepper, only four ingredients are required.
The Ingredients Needed
1 small head of savoy cabbage, cut into 8 wedges while keeping the root and core intact 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter, melted 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 2 teaspoons of caraway seeds Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
Directions
Prep time: 15 minutes Cooking: 30 minutes Total time: 45 minutes Six to eight servings
First, preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Spread cabbage wedges across a baking sheet. In a bowl, combine melted butter and olive oil; brush cabbage wedges with the mixture. Sprinkle with caraway seeds, one teaspoon of salt, and a few peppercorns. Roast until cabbage is tender and browned around the edges, for 30 to 35 minutes. Transfer to a serving platter and season with salt.
People can enjoy every element of this cabbage dish. Let’s begin with flavors. The bitterness of the outer, charred leaves complements the sweetness of the cabbage. The caraway seeds give the roasted cabbage a nutty flavor. Additionally, the melted butter and EVOO perfectly balance the flavor. Regarding the preparation, people can appreciate the fact that it needs minimal chopping and cutting. This side dish is a definite keeper. Since caramelization enhances the flavor of most vegetables, you can also try yogurt-roasted carrots and mayonnaise-baked potatoes for additional side dish ideas.