Ingredients and Weight:
- Green cabbage, 1 medium (about 2 pounds)
- Bacon, 6 slices, thick-cut
- Onion, 1 medium, thinly sliced
- Garlic, 2 cloves, minced
- Dark beer, 12 ounces
- Beef broth, 2 cups
- Caraway seeds, 1 teaspoon
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
1 hour 15 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Cut the cabbage into 1-inch wedges.
- In a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- Add the onion and garlic to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the cabbage and stir to coat.
- Pour in the beer and let it come to a simmer.
- Add the beef broth, caraway seeds, and salt and pepper to taste.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low.
- Simmer for 1 hour, or until the cabbage is tender.
- Add the bacon back to the pot and serve warm.
Nutritional Information:
(Per 1 cup serving)
- Calories: 150
- Fat: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
- Sodium: 700mg
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 5g
- Protein: 6g
Dish Characteristics:
- Savory and flavorful
- Slightly tangy from the beer
- Tender and slightly caramelized cabbage
- Perfect for a winter or autumn meal
User Comments:
- "This dish is so easy to make and always a hit with my family and friends."
- "The beer adds such a delicious flavor to the cabbage."
- "I love the crispy bacon on top."
- "This is a great way to use up leftover cabbage."
- "I like to serve this with mashed potatoes or crusty bread."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you don't have dark beer on hand, you can use any type of beer you like.
- For a vegetarian version of this dish, omit the bacon.
- To make the dish ahead of time, braise the cabbage and cool completely. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat over medium heat before serving.
