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Boiled Cabbage Recipe
Marco Santini

The Perfect Boiled Cabbage Recipe

A simple, foolproof method for making tender, flavorful boiled cabbage in 15 minutes. Works as a side dish or base for soups and stews.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 85
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 medium head green cabbage about 2 lbs
  • 6 –8 cups water
  • 1½ teaspoons kosher salt
  • 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves minced (optional)
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar optional

Method
 

  1. Bring 6–8 cups of water to a full rolling boil in a large pot over high heat.
  2. Add 1½ teaspoons of kosher salt to the boiling water.
  3. Cut cabbage into wedges, chopped pieces, or shreds depending on your intended use.
  4. Add cabbage to the boiling water and stir once to separate any clumped pieces.
  5. Cook for 3–5 minutes (shredded), 5–7 minutes (chopped), or 8–10 minutes (wedges).
  6. Test with a fork, cabbage should be tender but still hold its shape.
  7. Drain immediately in a colander. Do not leave in hot water.
  8. Toss with butter or olive oil, black pepper, and optional apple cider vinegar. Serve hot.