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Romanian Slow Roasted Caramelized Cabbage

Savor the Comfort of Romanian Slow Roasted Caramelized Cabbage

Discover a warm, flavorful dish with Romanian Slow Roasted Caramelized Cabbage, perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Romanian
Calories: 201
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cabbage Blend
  • 1 Cabbage (green or purple) fresh or fermented can be interchanged
  • 500 grams Sauerkraut ensure it's well-drained
  • 7 medium Tomatoes, diced canned tomatoes or tomato paste can act as substitutes
  • 1 Carrot, sliced optional
  • 3 Yellow Onions, finely diced substitute with any onion variety if needed
  • 8 Garlic, sliced adjust to taste for milder flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Red Chili Pepper, sliced thinly omit or reduce for less spice
For the Seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon Dried Summer Savory substitute with thyme or oregano if unavailable
  • ⅓ cup Vegetable Oil avoid high-quality oils like extra virgin olive oil
  • 1.5 tablespoons Smoked Paprika smoked cayenne can work for a spicy kick
  • 3 Bay Leaves remove after cooking
  • 2 teaspoons Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1 handful Fresh Thyme dried thyme can be a substitute

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking dish
  • Cutting Board
  • Knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 225°C (440°F). Gather your mixing bowl, cutting board, and knives.
  2. Finely slice the cabbage and drain the sauerkraut thoroughly. Dice the tomatoes, slice the carrot, and chop the onions, garlic, and chili pepper.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine cabbage, sauerkraut, tomatoes, carrot, onions, garlic, and chili pepper. Drizzle in vegetable oil and sprinkle salt.
  4. Layer fresh thyme at the bottom of a large baking dish. Sprinkle with dried summer savory, smoked paprika, and bay leaves before adding the vegetable mix.
  5. Place the baking dish in the oven and roast uncovered for 30 minutes.
  6. Reduce oven temperature to 160°C (320°F) and cover with a lid or foil. Roast for an additional 2.5-3 hours, stirring halfway through.
  7. Remove from oven and let rest before serving. Enjoy the caramelized cabbage over polenta, in buns, or with buttery noodles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 201kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 590mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Avoid adding extra liquid to prevent steaming and ensure proper caramelization.

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