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There’s something super comforting to me about sautéed cabbage with butter and I eat it alot in the winter months when cabbage is fresh and inexpensive. And because it’s just so cheap, delicious, and filling, I love coming up with new variations on this theme. This Curried Cabbage version is full of warm savory spices, vibrant color, and plenty of texture. It’s like extra-extra comforting and perfect for winter! There are several ways you can serve this flavorful dish, so read on for some curried cabbage inspo!

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What Kind of Curry Powder Should I Use?

Curry powders can vary quite a bit from brand to brand, so you may need to do a little experimenting before you find a favorite, but you can use literally any type of curry powder for this recipe. Some curry powders are hot, some are mild, so choose the heat level according to your preferences. If you’d like to try to make your own curry powder, check out this recipe for Easy Homemade Curry Powder from Spicitupp.com

How to Serve Curried Cabbage

I had a lot of fun eating this curried cabbage different ways this week. You can serve it as-is, like sort of a low carb veggie bowl, or spoon it over a bowl of warm rice. If you’re into noodles, you can serve it like my classic Fried Cabbage and Noodles, by adding about 8 oz. of cooked egg noodles (you’ll want to add some extra butter and salt to cover the noodles). I’m also a fan of topping it with a fried egg. ;)

Can I Add Meat?

Yep! Ground beef would be an awesome compliment to this curried cabbage. Simply brown 1/2 to 1 pound ground beef in the pot before adding the garlic and ginger, then proceed with the recipe as normal.

Is This Curried Cabbage Saucy?

No, there is no sauce in this dish. It is simply sautéed cabbage with curry seasoning. If you prefer a saucy dish so you can have something to sop up with bread or to drizzle over rice, you can try adding a cup or so of vegetable broth or coconut milk.

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Can I Freeze Curried Cabbage?

This recipe would probably freeze so-so. Since the vegetables are already soft from sautéing, there won’t be much more loss in texture through freezing and thawing. The main issue you may run into is that it might dry out a bit, since there isn’t any sauce to keep the dish moist in the freezer.

Can I Skip the Cilantro?

Yes. I love cilantro with curry dishes, but if you’re not into cilantro I suggest adding some sliced green onion. While their flavor is not anywhere near the same, they both offer a punch of freshness to the dish, which I find to be a lovely contrast to the deep cooked-down flavor of the cabbage.

Curried Cabbage

4.42 from 17 votes

This simple Curried Cabbage sauté is an inexpensive and filling dish full of vibrant colors, flavors, and healthy vegetable goodness.

Author: Beth – Budget Bytes

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Prep 10 minutes mins

Cook 20 minutes mins

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Ingredients

  • 2 cloves garlic ($0.16)
  • 1 tsp grated fresh ginger ($0.10)
  • 1 yellow onion ($0.32)
  • 4 carrots (about 1/2 lb.) ($0.45)
  • 1/2 head cabbage (about 4 cups sliced) ($1.28)
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil ($0.32)
  • 2 Tbsp curry powder (mild or hot) ($0.60)
  • 1 cup frozen peas ($0.38)
  • 1 Tbsp butter ($0.09)
  • salt and pepper to taste ($0.05)
  • 1 handful cilantro ($0.20)

Instructions

  • Prepare the vegetables before you begin, so they're ready to go when you need them. Mince the garlic, and grate the ginger. Slice the onion, and peel and slice the carrots. Remove the core from the cabbage and slice it thinly.

  • Add the olive oil, garlic, and ginger to a large pot. Sauté the garlic and ginger over medium heat for about one minute, then add the curry powder and sauté for one minute more.

  • Add the sliced onions to the pot and sauté for 2-3 minutes, or just until the onions begin to soften.

  • Finally, add the carrots, cabbage, a 1/4 cup water, and a pinch of salt. Stir to combine and dissolve any browned bits off the bottom of the pot. Continue to stir and cook the cabbage and vegetables over medium heat for about 15 minutes, or until the cabbage is tender. Add a tablespoon or two of water to the pot if it becomes too dry or the spices begin to stick to the bottom of the pot.

  • Once the cabbage is soft, add the frozen peas. Stir and heat through (1-2 minutes). Once the peas are heated, add the butter and stir until the butter has melted and coated the vegetables. Finally, season generously with salt and pepper to taste. Top with fresh cilantro just before serving.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 193kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 5gFat: 11gSodium: 103mgFiber: 8g

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Prepare your vegetables before you begin. Mince two cloves of garlic and grate about 1 tsp fresh ginger. Slice one yellow onion, and peel and slice 4 carrots (about 1/2 lb.). Remove the core from 1/2 head of cabbage, then slice it thinly.

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Add the minced garlic, grated ginger, and 2 Tbsp olive oil to a large pot (I’m using a 6-quart dutch oven). Sauté the garlic and ginger in the olive oil over medium heat for about one minute, then add 2 Tbsp curry powder and sauté for one minute more.

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Add the sliced onions and continue to sauté just until the onions begin to soften (2-3 minutes).

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Add the sliced carrots and cabbage to the pot along with about 1/4 cup water and a pinch of salt. Continue to stir and cook the cabbage and vegetables until the cabbage is tender (about 15 minutes). If the pot begins to get too dry or the spices begin to stick to the bottom before the cabbage is tender, add a tablespoon or two more water.

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Once the cabbage is tender, add 1 cup of frozen peas. Stir to combine and heat through (1-2 minutes).

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Add one tablespoon of butter and season with salt and pepper. Stir until the butter is melted and coating the vegetables. Taste and adjust the seasoning to your liking.

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Top with a handful of fresh cilantro just before serving!

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FAQs

How do you use frozen shredded cabbage? ›

Frozen, shaved cabbage is great for adding to stir-fries and soups, no thawing needed. Larger, frozen leaves can be quickly thawed in the fridge overnight for cabbage rolls and casseroles.

Should I thaw frozen cabbage before cooking? ›

You can cook frozen cabbage without thawing it if you are making a soup or stew and the cabbage was shredded before freezing. Simply add the frozen cabbage to your hot stew or soup and let it defrost.

Can I freeze bagged shredded cabbage? ›

Shredded. Shredded cabbage can be frozen with or without blanching it first.

How long does cabbage last in the fridge? ›

Try to minimize any bruising of your cabbages. Any kind of cell damage makes the cabbage go by more quickly and degrades the vitamin C content. If cabbage is properly stored, it can last from 3 weeks to up to 2 months in your refrigerator. In optimum root cellar conditions, it can even last longer.

What are the benefits of eating cabbage? ›

Cabbage, especially red cabbage, seems to raise levels of beta-carotene, lutein, and other heart-protective antioxidants. It also helps lower something called “oxidized” LDL, which is linked to hardening of the arteries. And since it eases inflammation, it can help prevent heart disease.

What is waste cabbage? ›

What is cabbage waste? Cabbage waste is a wet product (93% moisture) with nutrient composition (Table 1) similar in energy, lower in fiber and higher in protein contents than corn silage on a dry matter (DM) basis. Cabbage waste might best be used to replace some of the corn silage in the ration.

Why is Japanese curry different from Indian curry? ›

For one, Japanese curry uses curry powder with less spices whereas Indian curry uses a variety of bases such as cumin, paprika, turmeric, and many more. Indian curry is more vibrant and bursting with flavor, while Japanese curry is sumptuous and “umami” but in a more understated manner.

What thickens Japanese curry? ›

The sauce is thickened by a roux (a mixture of fat and flour and an addition of curry spices). You can find many variations of Japanese curries, ranging from regions to households, but the most basic one uses chicken, which is the recipe I'm sharing here.

What is the red thing in Japanese curry? ›

Japanese curry is often served alongside with steamed rice and an accompaniment of bright crimson red relish called f*ckujinzuke (福神漬け). These pickled vegetables are sweet and tangy, which is perfect to set off the richness of curry.

How do you thaw frozen cabbage for cabbage rolls? ›

Remove cabbage from freezer at least 8 hours prior to assembly and thaw at room temperature or over night in refrigerator. Combine beef, pork, rice, salt, pepper, paprika and garlic powder.

How do you thaw frozen shredded cabbage? ›

Cabbage wedges and quarters also need to be thawed in the refrigerator before you can use them. Transferring frozen cabbage to the fridge the night before is generally a safe bet, but as with all food, the larger the piece, the longer it will take to defrost, so plan ahead.

Can you freeze shredded cabbage for later use? ›

Wash the cabbage under cold running water and pat dry. Cut the cabbage into your desired shape and size for freezing. You can slice it it into shreds or wedges. I like to freeze shredded cabbage to add directly to recipes, since this is the most common variation of cabbage I use in cooking.

Is frozen cabbage good to eat? ›

You sure can. This leafy vegetable is versatile in the kitchen and adapts well to the freezing process. Families who grow cabbage count on it for year-round nutrition that's easily incorporated into meal-time menus.

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