Red Cabbage with Chestnuts Recipe

Name: Red Cabbage with Chestnuts
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 large onions, diced; 3 tablespoons rendered goose fat or vegetable oil; 1 red cabbage, about 3 pounds, the white core removed and the cabbage shredded; 2 cups dry red wine, such as Cotes du Rhone; 1 clove; 1 bay leaf; Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste; 2 apples, such as Fuji or Gala, peeled, cored, and grated; 1 pound canned, bottled, or fresh peeled chestnuts (see note to preceding recipe); 1 tablespoon red-wine or sherry-wine vinegar

Servings: persons

1
Saute the onions in the goose fat or vegetable oil in a large casserole or Dutch oven for about 5 minutes, or until translucent.
2
Add the cabbage, saute for a few minutes, and then stir in the wine.
3
Add the clove, the bay leaf, salt, and pepper.
4
Bring to a boil, lower the heat, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes.
5
Stir in the apples, cover, and let cook for another 45 minutes.
6
Finally, add the chestnuts, and cook for 15 more minutes.
7
Just before serving, fish out the bay leaf and stir in the vinegar.
8
Adjust seasonings to taste.

146

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Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 large onions, diced, 3 tablespoons rendered goose fat or vegetable oil, 1 red cabbage, about 3 pounds, the white core removed and the cabbage shredded, 2 cups dry red wine, such as Cotes du Rhone, and more.

Yes, Red Cabbage with Chestnuts falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Red Cabbage with Chestnuts

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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