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A white bowl filled with cooked red cabbage and pieces of bacon, set on a light wooden surface.

German Sweet & Sour Red Cabbage with Bacon

Chef Jenn
Tangy, smoky, and a little sweet, this German Sweet & Sour Red Cabbage with Bacon is a classic side dish that works for weeknight meals or holiday feasts.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Side Dish
Cuisine German
Servings 5 servings
Calories 158 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 head of red cabbage shredded
  • 4 slices bacon chopped
  • 1 cup onion sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1 cup water or vegetable broth
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • In a large Dutch oven, cook the bacon over medium heat for 5–7 minutes, until it’s crisp and the fat has rendered. Transfer the bacon to a plate and keep the drippings in the pot.
  • Add the onions and cook, stirring now and then, for about 5 minutes or until they’ve softened.
  • Toss in the shredded cabbage, stirring to coat it well with the onion mixture. Add the water or broth then cover and let it simmer gently for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is tender.
  • Stir in the vinegar and brown sugar, cooking uncovered for another 5 minutes so the flavors come together.
  • Return the bacon to the pot, season with salt and pepper, and give it a final stir.
  • Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

Chef Jenn’s Tips

  • Double the batch if you have a large pot. The cabbage will shrink down a lot as it cooks.
  • Taste at the end and adjust. More sugar makes it sweeter, more vinegar sharpens the tang.
  • If it starts to look dry, add a splash of water.
  • It reheats beautifully and is even better the next day, so don’t hesitate to make it ahead.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 158kcalCarbohydrates: 21gProtein: 4gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 12mgSodium: 147mgPotassium: 314mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 944IUVitamin C: 51mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg
Keyword German side dish, German Sweet & Sour Red Cabbage with Bacon
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