Spicy Red Cabbage Braised in Red Wine - An Ode to Autumn Flavors

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Red cabbage, humble and sturdy, transforms into an exquisite dish under the skillful hands of the culinary artist. Prepared with love and attention, this fall vegetable is slowly braised in a luxurious blend of red wine, warming spices and sweet apples, delivering a depth of flavor that will delight even the most discerning palate.

The secret lies in the judicious use of spices. A cinnamon stick or a touch of powdered cinnamon, combined with the aniseed sweetness of star anise stars, infuses the dish with comforting warmth. Each bite is a celebration of flavors that blend and complement each other beautifully, creating a delicate balance of sweet, sour and salty.

The red cabbage is slowly simmered until it becomes tender and absorbent, a sponge for all the wonderful aromas around it. The apples provide a subtle sweetness that contrasts wonderfully with the acidity of the red wine vinegar and the red wine itself. The final presentation, a deep and tempting red, is a feast for the eyes as much as for the taste buds.

This dish is worthy of Michelin-star establishments, where each ingredient plays a key role in creating a memorable dining experience. And yet, with a little patience and dedication, you can recreate this experience in the comfort of your own kitchen. Both rustic and refined, it is the very essence of culinary art at home.

🔍 Information	Details
⏱️ Preparation time	20 minutes
🍳 Cooking time	1 hour
⏲️ Total time	1 hour 20 minutes
🔧 Difficulty level	AVERAGE
🍽️ Servings	6 persons
🔥 Calories (approximate)	Variable

Ingredients:

• 1 medium red cabbage
• 2 apples
• 1 red onion
• 3 cloves of black garlic
• 2 tablespoons of olive oil
• 300 ml of red wine
• 3 tablespoons of red wine vinegar
• 2 tablespoons of honey
• Either 1 stick of cinnamon or 1/2 to 1 teaspoon of powdered cinnamon
• 2 anise stars
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Instructions:

1. Cut the red cabbage in half, remove the core and thinly slice.
2. Peel the apples, remove the core and cut them into thin strips.
3. Slice the red onion and garlic.
4. Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and sauté them.
5. Add the red cabbage and apples to the pot and cook for about 5 minutes.
6. Add the red wine, red wine vinegar, honey, cinnamon, anise stars, salt and pepper. Mix well.
7. Cover and simmer for about 1 hour over low heat.
8. Before serving, check the seasoning and adjust if necessary. Remove the cinnamon stick and anise stars.

This recipe is very flexible and can be adapted depending on your personal tastes and the ingredients you have on hand. Good tasting !