German Rotkohl

A sweet and sour braised red cabbage, a traditional German favorite.

Ingredients

• 1 medium red cabbage
• 1 large onion
• 2 medium apple
• 100 ml white vinegar
• 2 tbsp sugar
• 4 cloves
• 1 bay leaf
• 2 tbsp olive oil

Method

1. Chop cabbage, onion, and apples into thin slices.
2. Heat olive oil in a pot; add onion and cook until translucent.
3. Add cabbage, apples, vinegar, and sugar, stir well.
4. Add cloves and bay leaf; cover and simmer for 35 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Chef's tips

• Use a crisp apple variety for best results.
• Reheat the next day for enhanced flavors.