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Nutrition: per serving

  • kcal82
  • fat3g
  • saturates2g
  • carbs10g
  • sugars9g
  • fibre4g
  • protein2g
  • salt0.06g
    low
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Method

  • step 1

    Peel off the outer leaves of the cabbage, then cut into quarters and slice out the core. Use a sharp knife or the slicing attachment of a food processor to thinly slice the cabbage.

  • step 2

    Heat the butter in a large saucepan, then tip in the onions and gently fry until softened, about 5 mins. Add the orange zest to the pan along with the cinnamon stick, then cook for 1 min more. Add the shredded cabbage, then pour over the port, red wine vinegar, orange juice and 150ml water. Bring up to the boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer, cover the pan and cook for 45 mins-1 hr until the cabbage is softened.

RECIPE TIPS
GET AHEAD

You can make the cabbage up to 2 days in

advance and keep it in the fridge, or freeze for

up to 1 month. Add a little water before heating

through in a saucepan or microwave.

SWEETEN UP

If you prefer a sweeter result, try adding 1 tablespoon of brown sugar or 1 tablespoon of red currant jelly.

OUR FAVOURITE ADDITIONS

Looking to give your cabbage an edge? Add a splash of crème de cassis or enhance the spicy flavours with a few cloves and star anise. A dash more vinegar will increase the sharpness or boost flavour and texture with a few caraway seeds or some juniper berries and chopped apple.

Recipe from Good Food magazine, December 2007

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Rachael Carter 1

question

Can I use sherry instead ?

Genie997

question

How do you add a saved recipe to one of your collections??

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Hi, you just need to click on the 'save recipe' banner beneath the recipe after you've signed into your 'My Good Food' account. Best wishes, BBC Good Food Team.

Freya Gregory-Watt

question

Can I substitute the port for water?

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goodfoodteam

Hi, yes you could use water instead although stock will give a better and richer flavour if you have some. You could also use cloudy apple juice. You might want to add a little extra vinegar to balance the sweetness. Best wishes, BBC Good Food Team.

Greengage38

Can I freeze the cabbage when cooked ?

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goodfoodteam

Hi, yes this can be frozen. Defrost in the fridge for a few hours or overnight before reheating thoroughly. Best wishes, BBC Good Food Team.

lisaann612

I’ve made this loads of times and it’s my go to recipe for red cabbage. I always add cranberries and a drizzle of golden syrup to make it really sticky. I always make a big batch and freeze as it keeps really well for months. I don’t add the orange peel as I find it too over powering.

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