I realize that Sautéed Cabbage isn’t the sort of recipe that’s known to elicit romantic gushing, but this 20-minute side dish is love at first bite.
Tender and caramelized with obsessively tasty brown bits, you’ll be twirling this cabbage on your fork, nibbling it right out of the pan, and wondering when it was that you became the sort of person who is this enthusiastic about a vegetable.
Prior to making Sautéed Cabbage, I would describe my overall attitude towards cabbage at large as, “hmmm…is that the thing that’s in coleslaw?”
When I did consider cabbage, it was in the context of other recipes; a necessary step towards a greater end (Winter Slaw; Cabbage and Sausage Skillet).
OH MY. I have been missing out.
Like these Oven Roasted Brussels Sprouts (which are a relative of the cabbage, go figure!), raw cabbage is fairly ho-hum and usually serves as a vehicle for greater goods (ahem, dressing).
Sautéed Cabbage changes all of that. Add a bit of olive oil, butter, heat, and a surprise final ingredient, and the cabbage is transformed into something I would serve to the best of company.
If you don’t think you like cabbage, if you consider it bland, and even (perhaps, especially) if you don’t consider it at all, give this Sautéed Cabbage recipe a try. It’s going to surprise and delight you in the most wonderful of ways!
How to Make Sautéed Cabbage
This recipe has FOUR ingredients, along with salt and pepper. Don’t question it. It’s a textbook case of simple ingredients that yield superior results.
- Cabbage. 1 small head weighs about 2 ½ pounds and will yield just the right amount for four to six people, depending upon how much everyone loves vegetables. I used green cabbage, but you can use this same recipe to make sautéed red cabbage if you prefer.
- Olive Oil. The sautéed-anything workhorse.
- Butter. I like to use butter AND olive oil in this Sautéed Cabbage recipe. The olive oil can stand up to the heat, and the butter provides great flavor. One tablespoon of each is all you need for the whole head of cabbage! If you’d like to make the Sautéed Cabbage Paleo, you can use ghee. To make it dairy-free, use entirely olive oil.
- Salt and Pepper. Season, season, season. Be sure to use kosher salt, which has a much more pleasant flavor than table salt.
And now, the secret ingredient…
- Apple Cider Vinegar. Cabbage craves acid. Just ½ tablespoon will completely transform this sautéed cabbage and bring it to live. For fun, taste it before and after.
One of my favorite parts about cooking is learning about how simple changes—like adding vinegar to sautéed cabbage—can transform a dish from something good enough to something truly special. That is the case here!
An Easy, Healthy Side
Start to finish, this Sautéed Cabbage takes 15 minutes, and much of the cooking is fairly hands-free.
- To prepare the cabbage for frying, cut it in half from its top down through its core. Place the cut-side down on your cutting board, then slice it as thinly as possible around the core so that you have fine ribbons. Discard the core.
- Add the butter and olive oil to a fairly large, deep sauté pan.
- As soon as the butter melts, add the cabbage. The cabbage will take up a lot of room and barely fit at first, but it will cook down fairly quickly.
- To saute, stir the cabbage every now and then, but don’t obsess over it. You want the cabbage to turn golden brown and get a little caramelized and crispy. That magic happens while the cabbage is sitting undisturbed (a.k.a. while you are relaxing, sipping a glass of wine, and/or prepping the rest of the meal).
As soon as the cabbage is tender and browned like the photos, it’s ready to serve!
This healthy Sautéed Cabbage is low in calories (just 77 per serving!). It also offers tons of vitamin C and fiber. Plus, it’s rich in antioxidants, which may help reduce inflammation.
What to Serve with Sautéed Cabbage
Sautéed Cabbage goes with a variety of dishes. Here are a few ideas to get you started:
- Pork. Sautéed Cabbage and pork are a perfect match! Try it with these Crock Pot Pork Chops.
- Chicken. A favorite for quick weeknight meals. Sautéed Cabbage would be great served with Lemon Butter Chicken, Grilled Chicken Kabobs, French Onion Chicken, Sheet Pan Italian Chicken, or Baked Chicken Parmesan.
- Other Vegetables. For an easy Meatless Monday, serve Sautéed Cabbage with these Grilled Cauliflower Steaks.
- Sandwiches. Prepare an easy and healthy lunch by serving this dish with a hearty sandwich. This Steak Sandwich, Teriyaki Burger, Avocado Burger, or Italian Turkey Burger are great options.
Recipe Spins + Other Favorite Easy Vegetable Side Dishes
- Sautéed Cabbage and Onions. Add 1 thinly sliced yellow onion to the pan with the cabbage.
- Sautéed Cabbage with Bacon. Add 6 strips of uncooked bacon to your pan before adding the cabbage. Once the bacon is almost crispy (about 3 minutes), add the cabbage, and sauté according to the recipe directions. If you love bacon and veggies, you’ll adore these Maple Bacon Brussels Sprouts.
- Sautéed Zucchini. Another quick and always delicious addition to your repertoire.
- Roasted Zucchini. EVERYONE loves this recipe (must be the Parmesan on top).
- Sautéed Cabbage and Carrots. Different and delicious.
- Roasted Frozen Broccoli. EASY and so tasty!
Dearest cabbage, I’ll never overlook you again.
Sautéed Cabbage
Ingredients
- 1 small head green cabbage about 2 1/2 pounds
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ½ tablespoon apple cider vinegar plus additional to taste
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme optional
Instructions
- Cut the cabbage in half from its top down through its core. Place the cut-side down on your cutting board, then slice it as thinly as possible around the core so that you have fine ribbons. Discard the core.
- Heat a large saute pan or similar heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and butter. Once the butter is melted, add the cabbage, salt, and pepper. Saute for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is tender and begins to brown. Don't feel like you need to constantly stir it. Leaving cabbage undisturbed for a minute or two as you go is what will allow it to develop brown caramelized bits (aka FLAVOR).
- Remove from the heat and stir in the apple cider vinegar. Taste and add a bit of additional salt and pepper if you like, or a splash more vinegar if you'd like to add more zippy and acidic flavors. Sprinkle with thyme. Serve warm.
Notes
- TO STORE: Store Sautéed Cabbage in an airtight container and place in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- TO REHEAT: Place Sautéed Cabbage in a microwave-safe bowl or on a plate and reheat gently until warm. You can perk your leftovers up by adding another sprinkle of salt and a splash of apple cider vinegar after reheating.
- TO FREEZE: Sautéed Cabbage can be frozen if placed in a freezer-safe container. The texture of the cabbage may change slightly while frozen, but will still taste delicious when thawed.
Nutrition
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I absolutely LOVE cabbage. It’s my favourite veggie next to brussels! I’m giving this one a try tonight.
Thank you so much for this kind comment, VJ! I hope you love the recipe!
I like to add caraway seeds to sauteed cabbage. Sometimes I also include some sliced apple.
Great additions, Linda! Thank you for sharing!
Yes, YES to the caraway! Love it that way! The Apple addition sounds great too!
I love sautéed cabbage! I’ll definitely give this a whirl. Have you ever tried broccoli slaw sautéed in a bit of bacon fat and seasoned with a roasted garlic and red pepper seasoning (Costco) a wee bit of salt and then mix in the bacon bits? My husband and I will eat a two pound bag of slaw if I cook it this way!
Hi Shellie, I have not tried the combination, but it sounds like I need to! Thanks for sharing this!
It calls for too much salt. I should have put a tsp first. Other than that it would be good.
Thanks for trying the recipe, Lyz! You can certainly reduce the amount of salt as needed for your preferences.
Sauteed cabbage is my go-to for a noodle substitution that’s healthy and delicious! Try it with red sauce and meatballs. :-)
Thank you for taking the time to share this kind comment, Edward! That sounds delicious!
Do you think this would work with balsamic vinegar?
Hi Anna! This swap will change the flavor profile slightly, but I think it will be delicious. I hope you enjoy it!
Agreed, it’s a fantastic noodle sub, it has a bit of a chow mein texture to it. Kohlrabi is really good sautéed, too, I haves julienne slicer that does really small slices, it makes it a good sub for rice. :)
YUM! Thank you for sharing this, Shellie!
Ooooooooooooo, I wish I would’ve thought of the bacon fat instead of butter & OO!!! We save all bacon fat, b/c ABSOLUTELY EVERYTHING is better fried/sautéed/roasted in that shimmery yumminess of bacon fat (same with duck/goose fat, but most people would hafta buy it – myself included – but most could/would/do have bacon fat around at some point!!!!)!!!!! Thanks for suggestion!!! ABSOLUTELY, bacon fat switched out for other fats/oil, PLUS cut up bacon, PLUS apples would take this ABSOLUTELY OVER THE TOP!!!!!
That sounds delicious! If you decide to try it this way, I’d love to hear how it goes!
Sauteed cabbage is my go to when we tire of all the other green veggies (which we like) and I always add the onions. And EVERYTHING is better with bacon! Have a nice weekend…
Hi Chris, I couldn’t agree more! Thanks for sharing!
Erin,such a simple but oh so yummy dish! Thanks for reminding me how delicious this overlooked veggie can be! Any tips on how to cut down the accompanying unpleasant aroma? When is your book coming out? Thanks for your creativity.
Hi Lisa! I’m so happy you enjoyed this recipe! For the bad odor, you could try adding a little lemon juice to the pan before you start cooking the cabbage to try and neutralize the smell. Otherwise, you could try opening the window while you cook or some nicely scented candles are always nice! My cookbook comes out next spring! I’ll share an update once I know more!
FANTASTIC
Thank you, Judi! I hope you enjoy!
I loved this. I thought it would be really strong, but it had a lovely mellow flavor. My husband even took two helpings.
Thank you for taking the time to share this kind review, Elaine! I’m so happy this recipe was a hit!
I have always loved sauteed cabbage. But now I’m going to try it with acc. Thanks for the tip.
Thank you for taking the time to share this kind review, Tanna! I hope you love the recipe!
What size pan did you use?
Hi Sandy! I used a fairly large and deep saute pan. I recommend using one of your largest saute pans to ensure there is enough space. I hope this helps!
thanks for adding the freezing directions. I want to cook as much from our local farm as possible which closes in October. this looks delicious.
Great plan, Maryellen! Thank you for taking the time to share this kind review!
Could this work with red cabbage?
Definitely Erin!
I am not a great cook but I just read and tried this for the first time. it was easy to prepare and taste great. It gave me a different out look on cabbage.
I’m so happy this recipe was a hit for you, Bobby! Thank you for taking the time to share this kind review!
Surprisingly delish and super easy to make. It’s amazing how that vinegar changes everything!
Thank you for sharing this kind review! I’m so happy that you enjoyed this recipe!
Love your recipes, very similar to the foods that I cook, also, enjoy your extra tid bits on mixing flavors up!
Thank you for this kind comment, Patricia! I’m so happy to hear that you enjoy my recipes!
I followed the recipe exactly and had to cook longer than 15 minutes- probably closer to 25 minutes for it to brown but it was super yummy. Will definitely make again.
Thank you for taking the time to leave this kind review, Jessica! I’m so happy you enjoyed this recipe!
I made this last night. So easy and tasty. I added cooked lentils to make it a complete meal. I can’t wait to buy another cabbage!
Thank you for taking the time to share this kind review, Cookie! I’m so happy the recipe was a hit!
This recipe looks amazing, I can’t wait to try it! Call me crazy, but I may sprinkle in some sauerkraut as well. Thanks for sharing!
Thank you for taking the time to share this kind comment, Brittany! I hope you love the recipe!
I Just made this cabbage and its delicious, simple and healthy. Ive made cabbage in past with the bacon etc not so healthy. thanks
Thank you for taking the time to share this kind review, Jennifer! I’m so happy this recipe was a hit!
We absolutely loved this recipe! We had with a baked potato. This recipe is definitely a keeper. Thank you for sharing.
I’m so happy that this recipe was a hit, Susan! Thank you for taking the time to share this kind review!
Wow! This cabbage dish was wonderful… and the vinegar made it even tastier. My daughter even enjoyed it…and she doesn’t like vegetables.
I’m so happy to hear that this was a hit, Roslyn! Thank you for taking the time to share this kind review!
Easy, simple, delicious and nutritious!
I’m so happy to hear that this recipe was a hit, Laur! Thank you for sharing this kind review!
Omg!! Just made this recipe. The vinegar made it taste even more delicious. Thank you for sharing.
YAY! Thank you for taking the time to share this kind review, Erica!
Made it last night…….ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS!!! LOVED IT!!! And SHOCK OF ALL SHOCKERS, SO DID •B•O•T•H• my teenage boys!!!!!
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Delicious! Thank you!
Thank you for sharing this kind review, Rosemary! I’m so happy the recipe was a hit!
Wow! I just made this to go with my Corned Beef and is it ever delicious!! I usually don’t like cabbage unless it’s in cole-slaw, but this has changed my opinion. I’ll be making this again!
YAY! I’m so happy to heat that this was a hit, Leslie!
This was really simple and delicious. One thing that did not work well for the rest of my family was the amount of pepper. I have a small child and a boyfriend that are not big fans, but 1/2 a teaspoon did not sound like too much. For some reason the end result combined with the other flavors really makes the pepper stand out. No one in my family liked it except for me. I will make it again but with 1/2 of the pepper called for … or maybe even less.
Thanks for the recipe! I enjoyed the vinegar addition :)
I’m so happy to hear that you enjoyed this dish, Bethany! You can certainly adjust the seasoning next time to better suit your family’s tastes.
Yum! I just made some last week but just a little different. I cooked some bacon first, removed it and continued to cook cabbage with a little onion. I also add a Tbsp or 2 of sugar. I’m going to try ACV next time.😊
Thanks for sharing your adaptations, Tami! I hope you love it with the apple cider vinegar!
So, the only fresh green thing at the store last week was a 69 cent head of cabbage. So, how to eat it? This recipe (I used 3 strips of bacon) was SO DELISH! It was my lunch and maybe I’ll get a second meal out of it. I’ll be buying more cabbage.
YAY! I’m so pleased to hear that this was a hit, Janet!
I just made this and it is amazing! I sliced up a kielbasa sausage and cooked that with the cabbage and it’s delicious. Next time I’m going to fry bacon and use that grease to cook the cabbage. I can’t wait to eat it again.
Thank you for sharing this kind review, Kari! I’m so happy that you enjoyed it!
Will it be nice if i add a caramelized onion?
Hi Maya, I think that would be a delicious addition!
This was a huge hit. And it was so easy – just delicious. Even the leftovers were good. Thanks Erin!
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Looks delicious and LOVE the low carb factor
Thank you, Tiffany! I hope you love the recipe if you try it!
This is so easy and tastes so good
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Can i sub white wine vinegar?
Also I think I’m going to fry up some Turkey sausage links and then cook the cabbage in the fat from the Turkey sausage links but I’ll probly add a little butter as well.
That sounds delicious, Tracey! The vinegar swap will change the flavor profile slightly, but I think it will be tasty. I hope you enjoy it!
This recipe is a keeper!!! So Yummy!!!
I’m so pleased to hear that you enjoyed it, Jo Ann! Thank you for sharing this kind review!
I’ve just made this and you’re absolutely right. The best cabbage ever!! I’ll never have boiled cabbage again!
I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it, Shelly! Thank you for sharing this kind review!
My husband’s favorite is sautéed cabbage. However, mine is a bit different. I also grate in some carrot, gives good color, some onion. Then instead of adding vinegar, I add “cream”. Yum
That sounds tasty, Madeline! I hope you enjoy this recipe if you try it!
Delicious, I’m making it again today with onions added.
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Delicious and easy! Have with hambrugers, chicken, everything!
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My husband and I LOVED your Sauteed Cabbage! I, like you have stated, felt exactly the same way about cabbage. Not anymore! Thank you so much for sharing this delicious recipe! Stay safe! 🤗❤️🙏
I’m so pleased that you enjoyed the recipe, Anne! Thank you for sharing this kind review!
Made this tonight. Wasn’t sure when to throw in the apple cider vinegar as I missed that in the recipe directions so I added it after the cabbage started wilting. I also added leftover Easter ham. This was so easy and yummy. My whole family loved it. I’ve had a cabbage on my counter for a month not knowing what to do with it- I got it in a Farmer Box delivered to our house. From here on out, I will purposely buy a cabbage! Thx for sharing the recipe
I’m so happy that the recipe was a hit, Cheryl! Thank you for sharing this kind review!
Thanks for sharing this delicious recipe, Erin! We like apple cider vinegar so I doubled the amount to be able to taste it more. I like that you’ve incorporated some healthy fat (butter and olive oil) also to keep us full longer.
I’m SO happy that you enjoyed the recipe, Jennifer! Thank you for sharing this kind review!
This was awesome! We added onion. We don’t discard the cabbage core though. We toss into a slow cooker or Instapot with other veggies. Tastes great! Nobody even notices it’s the core. 😏😁
I’m so happy that you enjoyed the recipe, Lily! Thank you for sharing this kind review!
We eat sautéed cabbage similar to this recipe all the time but tonight I tried it with the vinegar. I was afraid the kids would freak but they all noticed something slightly different and loved it!! What a nice subtle change!! Thank you!
I’m so happy that this was a hit, Tracy! Thank you for sharing this kind review!
Absolutely delicious, so tasty, thanks for a great recipe.
I’m so happy that the recipe was a hit, Ana! Thank you for sharing this kind review!
Oops, is is bad I ate the whole thing in one sitting? I only used half a head as it’s just me but I still think that was more than one serving!
I’m so happy that you enjoyed it, Joanna! Thank you for sharing this kind review!
Loved it as did the family, thank you 😍
I’m so happy that it was a hit, Jeff! Thank you for sharing this kind review!
Why is this soo good! I needed to use a head of cabbage that has been in my fridge too long. It’s actually 10 o’clock in the morning, but I cooked it thinking I would put it in the fridge and eat it later. I had to force myself to stop eating it! I just put much less in the fridge for later.
Thanks for a very tasty and simple side. 😊
I’m so happy that it was a hit, Megan! Thank you for sharing this kind review!
I was given a small head of cabbage but had never cooked cabbage before… I knew Erin’s recipe would not disappoint! This recipe is so easy and makes flavorful cooked cabbage with just a few ingredients. I will definitely make it again!
I’m so happy that you enjoyed it, Alyssa! Thank you for sharing this kind review!
I just tried this recipe for the first time. I also added onions and instead of salt, I used Mrs Dash onion and herb seasoning. I was a little skeptical of adding the Apple cider vinegar, but I have to say, it was delish. Also, I first sautéed the dark green leaves of the cabbage for about 10-12 minutes stirring this a few times, then I added the rest of the cabbage with thinly sliced onions. Will make this again and again. Simply delicious 😋
I’m so happy that you enjoyed it, Monica! Thank you for sharing this kind review!
Hi – thanks for this fantastic recipe, which I made last night. All I could think of after tasting it was, I can’t believe I’ve been cooking cabbage incorrectly for 50 years, yes that long. This was by far the best cabbage our family has eaten! Will definitely be a regular in our home. So quick & easy to prepare too. Thanks again :)
I’m so happy that you enjoyed it, Maedie! Thank you for sharing this kind review!
Have not yet cooked the sautéed cabbage but we are salivating and will cook it this evening. We have fallen in love with the incredible sounding other recipes you mention and can hardly wait to try them all. So happy you have a newsletter which I have just signed up for. We so much want to be part of your lifestyle. Thank you so much.
This comment MAKES my day, Dianne! I hope you enjoy the recipe!
Add sausage green onion and egg to this. Put a little Teriyaki sauce on it. You have an egg roll in a bowl
That sounds tasty, Lois! I hope you enjoy the recipe if you try it!
I’ve had a cabbage sitting in my refrigerator for 3-4 weeks because I couldn’t find any good recipes that feature cabbage as the main ingredient that wasn’t kim chi (my husband can’t eat spicy foods). But then I found this recipe and it was easy and delicious! I thought the fresh thyme really added a wonderful fresh flavor to the dish. Thank you for the recipe!
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Tastes amazing! I was nervous when I saw apple cider vinegar.
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Hello! Thank you for this recipe. I want to try making it tomorrow. However, I don’t have apple cider vinegar. Do you think I could use regular vinegar instead?
Hi Diana! I’ve only tested this recipe with apple cider vinegar, but other readers have reported success with white wine vinegar and balsamic vinegar. If you decide to experiment, I’d love to hear how it goes!
Absolutely delicious and a bonus for being super simple.
I’m so happy that you enjoyed it, Deanna! Thank you for sharing this kind review!
Had half a head of cabbage to use up and found this recipe—it’s delish! I’m not even a huge cabbage fan but this was fantastic and easy to boot! Thanks!
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I didn’t use Thyme as I was Thymed out from last nights dinner. I did throw in some caraway seeds. Delicious and easy! So much healthier than making coleslaw every time I have leftover cabbage. I love vegetables and had this for breakfast as I cooked it at 5AM. Thank you for a tasty recipe!
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You know what takes this recipe to the next level? Adding in crumbled bacon and Boursin cheese at the end!
YUM! Thank you for sharing this kind review, Candace!
Delicious, I followed directions without alterations
This will definitely be a weekly addition.
And cabbage is good for immunity
I’m so happy that you enjoyed it, Terry! Thank you for sharing this kind review!
Thank you! After looking for a healthy caramelized cabbage recipe, yours was one of the few that fell into that category. (Most had tons of butter or bacon fat.) Looking forward to making it today.
I hope you enjoy the recipe, Wayne!
Delicious! Thank you for the recipe.
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I was SHOCKED at how good this was. So simple and so spectacular. Never did I think the words “cabbage” and “spectacular” would go together. Great recipe. Thank you!
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Tried this today for Labor Day cookout. Very tasty! I only liked cabbage in coleslaw, but this is very good. Husband LOVES any type of cabbage.
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This is the best cabbage recipe I’ve found. My daughter and I are an entire huge cabbage this was so good.
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Do you have another way to follow you? I’m not on Instagram, but your recipes sound deldelicious and I’d like to have notifications whenever you publish one.
Thanks so much for your interest, Susan! You can sign up to receive emails whenever I post a new recipe here: https://www.wellplated.com/instant-updates/.
I made this with red cabbage and dried thyme, because that’s what I had, and it was good and easy. I will make it again. Thanks!
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Our new favorite…we love our cabbage many ways but this was a hit! Thanks 😊
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This was absolutely delicious! Thank you! I made the recipe exactly as is, and I would not change a thing.
I’ve used the sautéed cabbage to add to stovetop beans & rice, in addition to chicken and roasted veggies, and even with some fried eggs, toast, and sausage! It’s a great, healthy addition to any meal – breakfast through dinner!
So happy that you enjoyed the recipe Shawna! Thanks for sharing!
I have sauteed cabbage like this for years, although I generally use bacon drippings and add lots of onions and some garlic too. Very thinly sliced colorful sweet peppers are a great addition to cabbage and onions. For a sweet change of pace, add some apples and you will be happy you did!
Yum, thanks for the idea Sharon!
Prior to eating this my husband said, “Why are you trying to destroy my colon?”
While eating this he said, “Wow this is really good!”
We added cubed chicken. Thanks for the great recipe!
I’m so happy that you enjoyed it, KaLynn! Thank you for sharing this kind review!
Used a very large, well-sided copper pan. So so so much water from the cabbage! It never browned, just steamed. And steamed cabbage is not great. No brown bits, no carmelization, nada. Added 5 minutes to the 15. Drained some of the water, turned the heat up more. Nope. A great big side of steamed mushy cabbage. Where did I go wrong?
Hi Becky, I’m sorry to hear that you had trouble with this recipe. Did you wash your cabbage just before starting the recipe by chance? I (and many other readers) have truly enjoyed the recipe, so I wish it would’ve been a hit for you too!
I don’t know if you covered your pan, but do not… if covered, you will most certainly get a lot of cabbage juice and probably no carmelization… I made this mistake the first time I tried making french onion soup and wondered by I had been cooking the onions for about 2 hours and they were still not carmelized. If you have a high sided pan, it might take longer for things to carmelize because of the steam, but they should eventually.
I was so tired of my roasted cabbage that I stopped buying it. Saw this recipe and decided to try it. It is delicious. Thank you. Also tried it with purple cabbage took a little longer to cook and I did add a little homemade bone broth to it Fantastic.
I’m so happy that you enjoyed it, Cindy! Thank you for sharing this kind review!
This was delicious! I added roasted peanuts to it for a little crunch. Thanks for the recipe!
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This blog post is true to its words! I received a CSA box with a head of cabbage and didn’t have any ideas how to incorporate it into our meals. I made half the recipe as a lunchtime experiment and it was so delicious and simple and easy. It was great as the recipe directs.
I think another option I will try in the future is to swap either the butter or olive oil for sesame oil, then add some green onions and sesame seeds as garnish. And if I have a red or orange pepper, I’ll throw that in as well. Lots of ideas are coming up now. Thanks for a great lunch (I ate half a head of cabbage by myself)!
I’m so happy that you enjoyed it, Adele! Thank you for sharing this kind review!
I made this tonight for my family and we really enjoyed it.
I added some onions, red and green peppers. I also added a little Apple cider from the orchard. Yum! While I added some extra ingredients, this was a great base to start with! Thanks!
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Game changer! Thanks so much for sharing this method of preparing cabbage to accompany your corned beef! YUM!!!!
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I made mine with a twist. Cabbage and onions are SO good together, alas I didn’t have fresh onions… but… Dehydrated onion work GREAT! Rehydrated about 1.5 Tbsp onion with equal part water in microwave for 30 seconds and added to the cabbage. Let’s just say I had several noses poking around the kitchen corner to see/smell what was cooking. Lol. We loved it! The apple cider vinegar really DOES do the trick too! Thanks for the recipe!
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My family loves it. I sautéed onions, green pepper, and fresh minced garlic in the olive oil/butter before adding the cabbage. It was delicious.
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This was delish! I started by cooking up chopped bacon, removing when done, then added sliced onion and the cabbage. So good! Thank you!
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Delicious! My husband and I loved this dish, even my two year old daughter ate some! I added cooked chicken at the end. Yummy!
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How much butter and olive oil in sautéed cabbage recipe
Hi Kathy! You can find all the ingredient amounts in the recipe card at the bottom of this post. If you click the “Jump To Recipe” button at the top of the page, it will take you directly there. I hope this helps!
Wow! I made corned beef last night and wanted to try to find a better way to make cabbage. I can’t believe how tasty this was! Who knew I could be such a fan of CABBAGE!!! Thanks for the recipe. I now have a reason to eat cabbage even when I’m not eating corned beef!
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I love this recipe, I have made it twice now.. I
am having a bowlful for lunch today.. So simple and so delicious thank you!!!
I’m so happy that you’ve enjoyed it, Angela! Thank you for sharing this kind review!
Great recipe. I just made it and it was a hit. I cleaned the pan out myself and could have just kept eating if there was more. Thank you. Just how cabbage should be in my opinion. Simple, delicious.
I’m so happy that you enjoyed it, Matt! Thank you for sharing this kind review!
I will never look at a cabbage the same way. Absolutely delicious go back for more yumminess AND healthy.
I’m so happy that you enjoyed it, Kate! Thank you for sharing this kind review!
This recipe was everything it was promised to be !!! Unbelievable in its simplicity and its taste! I was looking for a different way to cook cabbage and THIS IS IT! I used the small cabbage we had and my wife and I devoured the whole dish in one sitting. I normally don’t review recipes however this one gets 5 stars from us. It goes in our permanent recipe file!
I’m SO happy that you enjoyed it, Carl! Thank you for sharing this kind review!
Literally the BEST cabbage I have ever tasted!
I’m so happy that you enjoyed the recipe, Denice! Thank you for sharing this kind review!
Absolutely delicious! SO easy and the splash of vinegar elevated my cabbage to a whole new level. Thanks for sharing!
I’m so happy that you enjoyed it, Kelly! Thank you for sharing this kind review!
I was shocked at how good cabbage could taste and this is so easy! Thank you – this will be making the rounds!
I’m so happy that you enjoyed it, Clare! Thank you for sharing this kind review!
So easy even I couldn’t mess it up and it turned out delicious!
I’m so happy that you enjoyed it, Templeton! Thank you for sharing this kind review!
I made this today followed the exact recipe,it was delicious,served it with leftover meatloaf and perogies. Thank you for posting a simple easy cabbage recipe. :)
YAY Carol!! So happy to hear this, thank you for sharing!
I love this recipe SO much – thank you! I make this now at least once a week. I eat it with stovetop beans and rice for dinner, under fried eggs with some wholegrain toast for breakfast, and just alone as a side dish. It’s a perfect accompaniment to so many dishes. And so cheap! And quick!
I live by myself, so I make a big batch and then stick the rest in a large mason jar, and eat if for several days. Delicious!
Shawna, YAY! Thank you so much for sharing!
Hi Shawna
Does its taste change over time?
I made a similar red cabbage recipe and it tasted best on day 3 = It was okay on the day I made it but delicious after that. Anything similar happening here?
(I made this recipe today but I was hungry and accidentally ate it all)
Quick, easy and most importantly DELICIOUS!
So pleased to hear that Kim, thank you so much for sharing this kind review!!
This was so very unexpectedly good! Thanks for the recipe – it’s simple and so tasty!
I’m so happy that you enjoyed it, Rebekah! Thank you for sharing this kind review!
This was so delicious my teens asked for it twice in one week. I added fresh chopped garlic for extra flavor.
I’m so happy that you enjoyed the recipe, Lilly! Thank you for sharing this kind review!
I had half a head of cabbage [2 cups] to use, I started making this only to realize I apparently had ran out of apple cider vinegar! Anyway, I halved the recipe and also added half of a walla walla sweet. In place of the ACV I added about a quarter teaspoon of white vinegar/lemon juice combination. It was delish! My 3 & 4 year olds tore it up. Thank you!
I’m so happy that it was a hit, Kristi! Thank you for sharing this kind review!
I made exactly to the recipe. I would have removed it before it got so brown, but it was perfect. Served it with leftover turkey, a baked sweet potato and cranberry salad. YUMMY
YAY, so glad Bob! Thanks for sharing!
I love this. It reminds me of a dish my mom made. Great choice for New Years Day! Thank you for the memories.
I’m so happy that you enjoyed it, Joanna! Thank you for sharing this kind review!
Excellent recipe!
I’m so happy that you enjoyed the recipe, Lynda! Thank you for sharing this kind review!
The BEST cabbage recipe! My son requests this dish at least once a week. Thank you.
I’m so happy that it’s been a hit, Joni! Thank you for sharing this kind review!