Amish Sweet And Sour Red Cabbage Recipe

Name: Amish Sweet And Sour Red Cabbage
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: Serves 1 or more
Ingredients: 1/2 pound bacon; 1 medium onion; 2 medium tart apples (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp); 1 medium red cabbage (about 1 1/2 pounds); 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar; 1/4 cup packed brown sugar; Ground Allspice; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 2 tablespoons maple syrup; 1 teaspoon ground caraway seeds; 2 tablespoons reserved bacon grease; 1 tablespoon liquid smoke (for vegetarian version)

A vibrant and flavorful side dish that's perfect for holidays or any weeknight meal! This Amish-inspired recipe features tender red cabbage with sweet and tangy notes, complemented by smoky bacon (or a delicious vegetarian alternative). Kids and adults alike will adore this delicious side, traditionally served alongside pork or ham. Easy to make ahead, this recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!

Prep Time 10 mins

Cook Time 35 mins

Calories 189.9 kcal

Protein 6g

Rating 0.0 (1 Reviews)

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Amish Sweet And Sour Red Cabbage

1/2 pound bacon
1 medium onion
2 medium tart apples (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
1 medium red cabbage (about 1 1/2 pounds)
1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
Ground Allspice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1 teaspoon ground caraway seeds
2 tablespoons reserved bacon grease
1 tablespoon liquid smoke (for vegetarian version)

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How to Make Amish Sweet And Sour Red Cabbage

Dice 1/2 pound bacon into 1/2-inch pieces. Chop 1 medium onion and 2 medium apples (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp) into 1/2-inch pieces.
In a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan or Dutch oven, cook bacon over medium-low heat until crisp, about 8-10 minutes. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside, reserving 2 tablespoons of bacon grease in the pan.
Add the onion and apples to the saucepan and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Stir occasionally.
Add 1 medium red cabbage (about 1 1/2 pounds), thinly sliced, to the saucepan.
Stir in 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar, 1/4 cup packed brown sugar, 2 tablespoons maple syrup, 1 teaspoon ground caraway seeds, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 20 minutes, or until the cabbage is tender-crisp and the liquid has reduced slightly. Stir occasionally.
If too much liquid remains after 20 minutes, remove the lid and cook for a few more minutes to evaporate excess moisture.
Stir in the reserved cooked bacon just before serving.
Serve warm as a delicious accompaniment to your favorite roasted meats or enjoy it as a standalone side dish.
For a vegetarian version: Omit the bacon. Add 1 tablespoon liquid smoke to the pan along with the onions and apples for smoky flavor.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

11 g

Sugar

83g

Fat

14g

Carbs

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