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How to boil cabbage (Boiled Cabbage)

Published: Feb 5, 2022 · Modified: Jun 30, 2022 by Dani ·

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How to boil cabbage? here is a simple and easy recipe for boiled cabbage recipe you will love. It is healthy, simple, and easy to make. It uses no oil or any other unnecessary ingredients. Enjoy the full glory of this simple vegetable, it is buttery and a delicious side dish.

Boiled cabbage recipe

There are many ways to cook and enjoy cabbage, however, I bet we can agree together that boiled cabbage is the best way to prepare this healthy veggie side dish for fish, corned beef, pork, chicken, rice, pasta, and more. It is a simple, delicious, and easy recipe that you can make at home under 15 minutes.

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Tools needed

A saucepan with a lid

chopping board

A sharp chef knife

Fish slice spatula, this is needed to transfer the boiled cabbage unto a plate

Ingredients

1 medium head cabbage: I am using green cabbage, you can use savoy cabbage, or a red one if you prefer.

Butter; this can be salted or unsalted, make sure to adjust the salt you will add to the overall dish accordingly if using salted butter.

Salt and black pepper

Low sodium chicken stock, substitute with water

ingredients to make boiled cabbage on the counter.

How to cut cabbage

You can choose to boil the cabbage head or cut it into wedges or shredded before boiling, for today's tutorial, this vegetable will be cut into wedges.

Remove any loose or browned leaves and give it a rinse under cold running water.

Place the cabbage on a chopping board stem side down so it is stable. Using a sharp knife, cut the cabbage into halves then quarters.

Now slice each quarter thinly across the wedges lengthwise, you should end up with 8 wedges.    

How to boil cabbage

Place the cabbage wedges in a shallow saucepan or pot. Add chicken stock or water, season it with a pinch of salt.

the process shot of seasoning cabbage before boiling.

Cover the pan with a lid then bring to a gentle boil on medium-low heat for 6-8 minutes. using a tong or fish slice spatula, carefully flip the cabbage and continue to simmer for additional 6-7 minutes or until tender to your preference.

skillet covered with a lid on the stove

Carefully drain cabbage or transfer to a plate using a fish slice spatula. Drizzle melted butter on the boiled cabbage, season with black pepper, serve and enjoy!

Microwave instructions (how to cook cabbage in the microwave)

Cut the cabbage into 6-8 wedges and you can even shred the cabbage if you prefer.

Place the vegetable in a microwavable bowl, add about ½ cup of water to the bowl, and season with a pinch of salt.

Cover the bowl with a lid and microwave on high for 6-8 minutes. Drain and serve!

How to store

Leave to cool completely, transfer into an airtight container and keep in the fridge for 3-5 days.

boiled cabbage wedges in a skillet.

FAQs

Seasoning for boiled cabbage

It is best to let this vegetable shine without too much seasoning when boiling. To add more flavor to it, you can boil with low sodium chicken or vegetable stock instead of water. You can also add black pepper, red pepper flakes, grated parmesan cheese, or melted butter to enhance the flavor of the cabbage.

How long does it take to cook cabbage on the stovetop

This depends on the size of the cabbage wedges you cut or if you are boiling a whole head of the vegetable. It takes about 10-15 minutes to boil it until fork-tender on medium heat.

Can I boil cabbage in the microwave?

Yes, you can boil this vegetable in the microwave. Make sure to use a microwave-safe bowl and lid.

Do I need to boil the water first?

No, this is optional, you do not need to boil the water first before boiling the cabbage. I have tested it both ways and there wasn't a significant difference in terms of taste and the time required to cook the boiled cabbage.

Is boiled cabbage healthy?

Yes, boiled cabbage is a healthy side dish with no oil and contains lots of beneficial nutrients. It is very low in fat with less than 35 calories per serving (about 1 cup) without the butter of course. You can surely enjoy this vegetable without guilt and it is delicious too.

Can you overboil it?

Yes, you can and this may result in mushy vegetables and also a funky smell. check on it while boiling from time to time to avoid overcooking it.

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boiled cabbage in a skillet.

How to boil cabbage (Boiled Cabbage)

Dani
How to boil cabbage? here is a simple and easy boiled cabbage recipe you will love. It is healthy, quick, and easy to make. It uses no oil or any other unnecessary ingredients. Enjoy the full glory of this simple vegetable, it is buttery and a delicious side dish.
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Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Total Time 20 mins
Course Side Dish, vegetable
Cuisine American, British
Servings 2 -3 people

Ingredients
  

  • 1 medium head cabbage
  • 2 Tablespoons Butter
  • Salt and black pepper
  • 1 cup low sodium chicken stock substitute with water

Instructions
 

  • Place the cabbage wedges in a shallow saucepan or pot. Add chicken stock or water, season it with a pinch of salt.
  • Cover the pan with a lid then bring to a gentle boil on medium-low heat for 6-8 minutes. using a tong or fish slice spatula, carefully flip the cabbage and continue to simmer for additional 6-7 minutes or until tender to your preference.
  • Carefully drain cabbage or transfer to a plate using a fish slice spatula. Drizzle melted butter on the boiled cabbage, season with black pepper, serve and enjoy!

Microwave instructions

  • Cut the cabbage into 6-8 wedges and you can even shred the cabbage if you prefer.
  • Place the vegetable in a microwavable bowl, add about ½ cup of water to the bowl, and season with a pinch of salt.
  • Cover the bowl with a lid and microwave on high for 6-8 minutes. Drain and serve!

Notes

How to store
Leave to cool completely, transfer into an airtight container and keep in the fridge for 3-5 days.
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