For a richer flavor, use brown butter instead of regular butter. If you don't have red wine on hand, chicken or vegetable broth can be substituted. A sprinkle of toasted walnuts or pecans adds a delightful crunch.
Transform humble cabbage into an elegant side dish with this simple yet flavorful sauté. The sweetness of apples, the gentle bite of fennel, and a splash of red wine create a symphony of flavors that will elevate any meal.
Melt butter in a large sauté pan over medium heat. (2 minutes)
Add cabbage, apple, onion, fennel seeds, salt, and pepper. Sauté until the cabbage softens and wilts, stirring occasionally. (20 minutes)
Pour red wine into the pan and bring to a boil, scraping the browned bits from the pan's bottom with a wooden spoon. (5 minutes)
Stir in vinegar and cook for another minute. (1 minute)
For a richer flavor, use brown butter instead of regular butter. If you don't have red wine on hand, chicken or vegetable broth can be substituted. A sprinkle of toasted walnuts or pecans adds a delightful crunch.
Braeden Prosacco
Jul 1, 2025I used olive oil instead of butter and it turned out great! A delicious vegetarian option.
Karl Runolfsson
Jun 30, 2025This is now my go-to side dish for fall dinners.
Naomi Howe
Jun 29, 2025The fennel seeds really make this dish special. Will definitely make it again!
Mitchell Crooks
Jun 28, 2025This recipe was so easy to follow, and the result was amazing! My family loved it.
Chadd Macejkovic
Jun 25, 2025I added a bit of brown sugar and it was the perfect amount of sweetness.