Try this homemade German-Style Red Cabbage (Rotkohl) recipe the whole family will love. Made with head red cabbage, bacon grease, apples and water. Easy…
This German-Style Red Cabbage (Rotkohl) relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as small head red cabbage, bacon grease, medium apples, diced and water. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 143 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.
It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.
Updated Jun 30, 2026