5 Winter Red Cabbage Recipes That Are Colourful & Crunchy

Winter is a month when tons of fresh and colourful vegetables are available in every vegetable market. One such colourful veggie is cabbage. Cabbage, a rather unnoticed vegetable, is a nutrient-rich ball of leaves that comes in various interesting varieties. Cabbage is so versatile that it can go with any meal and is made in several ways. From salads to main courses, even desserts, cabbage is employed in many ways. Slice it for salad, roast it, make a course with it or serve it on its own with a sauce; this vegetable has a lot to offer. Cabbage brings a unique texture and flavour to the table in its green, red, or savoy forms. Today, keeping red cabbage in focus, here’s a list of global recipes that you should try in your kitchens!

Red Cabbage Soup

Let's make a super simple and tasty purple cabbage and potato soup! Just chop up the cabbage and potatoes. Fry some garlic and onions, then throw in the veggies. Add stock, simmer, and blend it all up 'til smooth. Finish with lime juice, olive oil, and fresh dill. Yum! This red cabbage soup, served with a slice of garlic toast or baguette, makes for a hearty meal on wintry days. But this veggie's powers lie within its innermost leaves, which possess a magical pH-reactive pigment that transforms soups and stews from murky brown to a bewitching blue. So don't underestimate this unassuming vegetable. With its kaleidoscope of colour and wealth of nutrients, red cabbage brings a touch of wonder and wellness to every meal.  

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Red Cabbage Curry

Grab a pan and put it on the stove. Add a splash of oil and let it warm up. Throw in the whole spices—cumin, chilli, cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, and bay leaf—and let them dance around. When they're fragrant, add the garlic. Let it turn golden. Toss in the onions. Cook for a few minutes, stirring now and then. Mix in the ginger and potatoes. Add the cabbage in batches, popping the lid on in between. Sprinkle with salt and turmeric. Once the cabbage shrinks down, mix in the tomatoes and peppers. Pop the lid back on. When the veggies are tender, stir in the ground spices and garam masala. Squeeze in some lemon juice and sprinkle with cilantro. Turn off the heat and enjoy this side dish with some flatbreads like roti, chapati or phulka.  

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Red Cabbage Stir-Fry

Transform your kitchen into an aromatic heaven as you prepare this vibrant stir-fry. Heat some oil and add mustard seeds. Toss in sliced onions, chopped garlic and green chillies to the mix. Next, add chopped tomatoes and salt, cooking until the tomatoes melt into a sweet and tangy sauce. Throw in the potatoes, carrots, bell peppers and peas, and stir everything together. Cover and let the veggies simmer until fork-tender. Just like that, you have a colourful, fragrant red cabbage stir fry ready to be devoured! 

Red Cabbage Kofta

Koftas are basically fried dumplings that are made from vegetables like bottle gourd, carrots and zucchini. Malai kofta is the most popular among all. In Mughlai cuisine, koftas are made with meat balls and are savoured on various special occasions. Just like other varieties, red cabbage koftas are prepared with whole spices and deep-fried in oil. Then they are mixed in gravy prepared with cream, spices, tomatoes and onion. This versatile veggie has numerous uses and is packed with nutrients like vitamins and iron, along with being low in calories. The antioxidants present in the vegetable help in reducing inflammation the high quantity of fibre promotes a healthy digestion.

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Red Cabbage Rolls

Prepared with meat, all-purpose flour and spices like black pepper, this Japanese-style roll is perfect for a snack as well as dinner, and the tomato-based recipe adds an extra flavour to the dish. You can use any meat of your choice and become a star chef in your home. You can also try Lebanese cabbage rolls.  It is a traditional Middle Eastern dish that combines tender cabbage leaves filled with a flavorful mixture of ground meat, rice, and aromatic spices. The rolls are then simmered in a tangy and spicy tomato sauce until tender and delicious. This dish is hearty, comforting, and packed with savoury flavours. It is perfect for a family dinner or a special occasion.