Cabbage Boil
A hearty and flavorful dish featuring tender cabbage, potatoes, and sausage, all boiled together in a savory broth.
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Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350kcal
Ingredients
For the Cabbage Boil
- 1 head green cabbage cut into wedges
- 4 medium potatoes peeled and quartered
- 1 pound smoked sausage sliced into rounds
- 6 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth for a vegetarian option
- 2 tablespoons olive oil for sautéing
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt or to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper or to taste
Instructions
Prepare the Ingredients
- Begin by cutting the cabbage into wedges. This allows the cabbage to cook evenly and absorb the flavors of the broth.
- Peel the potatoes and cut them into quarters. This size ensures they cook through at the same rate as the sausage.
- Slice the smoked sausage into rounds. This will help it release its flavor into the broth.
Sauté the Sausage
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. This helps to create a non-stick surface and adds flavor.
- Add the sliced sausage to the pot and sauté for about 5-7 minutes, or until browned. Browning the sausage enhances its flavor.
Combine and Boil
- Once the sausage is browned, add the chicken broth to the pot. Use a wooden spoon to scrape any browned bits from the bottom of the pot, as these add flavor.
- Add the potatoes, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and bay leaf to the pot. Stir to combine all ingredients.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and cover the pot.
Add the Cabbage
- After the potatoes have been cooking for about 15 minutes, carefully add the cabbage wedges to the pot. This timing ensures that the cabbage doesn't become too mushy.
- Cover the pot again and continue to simmer for an additional 20-25 minutes, or until the potatoes and cabbage are tender.
Serve
- Once everything is cooked, remove the bay leaf and discard it. Use a ladle to serve the cabbage boil into bowls.
- Enjoy hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired. This dish is perfect for a comforting meal.
Notes
Feel free to customize this recipe by adding other vegetables like carrots or bell peppers for additional flavor and nutrition.
Nutrition
Serving: 1bowl | Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 40mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 800mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 150IU | Vitamin C: 60mg | Calcium: 80mg | Iron: 2mg