“Rotkraut” German-Style Braised Red Cabbage with Apples & Red Wine {vegan, grain free, GF}

By HazyWaters

Ingredients

• 1 medium head red cabbage
• 3 tablespoon heat stable oil
• 1 large onion, diced
• 2 apples, cored and thinly sliced
• 4 tablespoon red wine vinegar
• 8 oz vegetable broth
• 1 cup dry red wine
• 1 teaspoon maple syrup
• 3 cloves
• 2 bay leaves
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Preparation

Step 1

Directions
Cut cabbage into quarters and remove the stem. Shred cabbage with a knife or with a mandolin slicer.
In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat. Glaze onions, then add apples and sauté for about 5 minutes. Add shredded cabbage together with red wine vinegar and sauté for an additional 5 minutes before adding all remaining ingredients. Cover with lid askew and cook over medium heat for about 35-45 minutes or until cabbage is tender. Stir occasionally.
Taste for salt - you may need a considerable amount depending on your preference. Store in the refirgerator for 3-5 days.