Braised Irish Cabbage with Bacon

How to Make Braised Irish Cabbage with Bacon at Home

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Ingredients

• 1 head green cabbage
• 6 slices bacon
• 1 medium onion
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 cup vegetable stock
• 1 teaspoon caraway seeds
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Instructions

1. 1

   Begin by slicing the bacon into small pieces (about 1 inch).

2. 2

   In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat the butter over medium heat.

3. 3

   Add the sliced bacon and cook until crispy, about 5-7 minutes.

4. 4

   Remove the bacon pieces and set them aside, leaving the rendered fat in the skillet.

5. 5

   Chop the onion and add it to the skillet. Sauté until softened and translucent, about 4-5 minutes.

6. 6

   While the onion is cooking, cut the cabbage into quarters, remove the core, and slice it into thin strips.

7. 7

   Once the onion is ready, add the cabbage to the skillet, stirring to combine.

8. 8

   Add the vegetable stock, caraway seeds, salt, black pepper, and apple cider vinegar.

9. 9

   Bring the mixture to a simmer, then cover the skillet and reduce the heat to low.

10. 10

    Allow the cabbage to braise for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender.

11. 11

    Once the cabbage is tender, stir in the reserved bacon and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.

12. 12

    Garnish with fresh parsley before serving. Enjoy your Braised Irish Cabbage with Bacon!