Vinegar-Braised Cabbage with Apples and Caraway

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-26 · Updated 2026-06-26

A savory and sour side of tender cabbage braised in apple cider vinegar with sweet apples and aromatic caraway seeds. This German-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, pairs green cabbage, apple cider vinegar, apple for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 110 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 medium head (about 2 lbs), shredded green cabbage
• 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1 large, peeled and diced apple
• 1 medium, thinly sliced yellow onion
• 1 tsp caraway seeds
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp granulated sugar
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 cup water

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large deep skillet over medium heat. Add 1 medium thinly sliced yellow onion and 1 tsp caraway seeds, sauté for 4 minutes until onions are translucent and fragrant.
2. Step 2: Add 1 medium head shredded green cabbage (about 2 lbs) and 1 large peeled, diced apple to the skillet. Stir well and cook for 5 minutes until cabbage begins to wilt.
3. Step 3: Stir in 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar, 1 tbsp granulated sugar, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1/2 cup water. Bring to a simmer, then cover and reduce heat to low. Braise for 20 minutes until cabbage is tender but not mushy.
4. Step 4: Remove lid and cook uncovered for an additional 5 minutes to reduce excess liquid and intensify flavors. Serve warm as a tangy side dish.