Boiled Cabbage Recipe
Learn how long to boil cabbage with this simple boiled cabbage recipe. Tender, mild cabbage cooked just right and finished with butter and seasoning.
Ingredients
- 1 head cabbage
- water
- salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons butter or extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley
Optional Seasonings
- apple cider vinegar or red wine vinegar
- garlic powder
- onion powder
- red pepper flakes
- grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Remove the outer leaves and cut the cabbage into wedges, leaving a bit of the core attached so the wedges stay together. Slice into eighths if the cabbage is very large.
- Bring a large pot of salted water or vegetable broth to a boil and season generously with salt.
- Add the cabbage and return the water to a simmer.
- Cook for 8–15 minutes, until just tender. A knife inserted into the stem should slide in easily when it’s done.
- Drain the cabbage in a colander set over the pot, or lay a few paper towels on a sheet pan and place the cabbage on top to absorb excess moisture.
- Finish with melted butter, salt, and black pepper. Sprinkle with parsley.
Notes
Storage and Reheating: Store cooled leftover cabbage in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Reheat gently in a covered skillet over medium-low heat with a little butter or olive oil. Add a splash of water if the cabbage seems dry.
Nutrition
Calories: 28.4kcalCarbohydrates: 6.6gProtein: 1.5gTotal Fat: 0.1gSaturated Fat: 0.04gSodium: 20.4mgPotassium: 192.9mgFiber: 2.8gSugar: 3.6g
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