The Forktionary Angle
"Its tender leaves and beautiful texture make it ideal for elegant wraps and gentle braises, a step up from common cabbage."
Definition
A crinkly-leaved cabbage with a milder flavor and more tender texture than green cabbage.
Sensory Profile
Technical Metrics
Culinary Versatility
Excellent raw, steamed, braised, stuffed
Leaf Texture
Crinkled, tender, less fibrous
Storage Life (Refrigerated)
1-2 weeks
Nutrition Facts
Per 100gChef’s Secret
Unlike other cabbages, Savoy's tender leaves make it ideal for quick cooking or even very thin slicing for raw salads, requiring less blanching time.
Substitutions
Green Cabbage
1:1Similar flavor profile but firmer, good for cooking or slaw.
Napa Cabbage
1:1Softer, sweeter, and more delicate leaves, excellent for stir-fries and rolls.
Kale
Swiss Chard
Offers a softer texture and earthy flavor when cooked, but lacks the crinkle.
Buying Guide
Choose heads that are firm, heavy, and have crisp, vibrant leaves. Store in the refrigerator.