Russian-style Stewed Cabbage
Description
This appetizer is quick and easy to prepare. You can braise cabbage using this recipe whether it’s young or old. Older cabbage needs a bit more cooking time. Add water more often, since the finished cabbage should be very tender and juicy. It can be served warm or chilled.
Instructions
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Step 1
Prepare the ingredients. Peel the onion and carrot, wash them together with the cabbage, and pat dry.
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Step 2
Cut the onion into half-moons and julienne the carrot into thin strips. Transfer the vegetables to oil heated in a skillet and sauté for a couple of minutes until tender.
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Step 3
Shred the cabbage, transfer it to a skillet, and sauté for a couple of minutes. Then add a little water, cover the skillet with a lid, and braise over medium heat for 5 to 7 minutes. Older cabbage needs a bit more time, and before adding it to the skillet, it is best to gently massage it with your hands.
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Step 4
After some time, transfer the tomato paste to a frying pan.
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Step 5
Dissolve the flour in cold water, pour into a skillet, mix thoroughly, and simmer for 5 more minutes.
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Step 6
After some time, season the cabbage with salt and pepper to taste. Add a bay leaf to it, add a piece of butter, stir, and taste. If the cabbage has turned a bit tart from the tomato, sprinkle in a little sugar. Simmer for another 5 minutes, then turn off the heat and let the cabbage rest under the lid for about 10 minutes.
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Step 7
Serve the prepared cabbage in portions, both hot and cold.