How do you keep cabbage crisp when cooking?

You can also try slicing cabbage thin and sautéing it to maintain some of its crunchy texture.

Do you wash cabbage before or after cutting?

Cabbage Remove the thick outer leaves of the cabbage head. Cut the cabbage into wedges. Rinse the wedges in a colander under running water. Shake them dry as best as you can, then pat them with a clean cotton towel to remove additional moisture. Dec 7, 2023

Why do you soak cabbage before cooking?

Crisp it up: Shredded cabbage stays perky if it's soaked in cold water. This also helps cut the pungent edge. Drain well before combining with other ingredients.

What does baking soda do to cabbage?

Adding baking soda to your boiling cabbage can help reduce the objectionable smell and maintain the green color long after when it typically turns grayish from cooking for too long.

Why is my cabbage bitter after cooking?

When plant cells are broken, the oils are separated from the sugar molecules by an enzyme and released as a very bitter compound. It's a clever defense mechanism for the cabbage plant to discourage hungry foragers.

Can cabbage lower blood pressure?

The antioxidants in cabbage help reduce inflammation, which is linked to heart disease. Cabbage also contains something called anthocyanins. Several studies have found these compounds can lower blood pressure and reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke.

How long does cabbage last in the fridge?

Wrapped tightly in plastic, a head of cabbage will keep for about two weeks in the crisper drawer of your refrigerator. Once cut, use cabbage within 2-3 days. Cover and refrigerate cooked cabbage within two hours of cooking and use within 3-5 days.

What can I do with the hard part of cabbage?

Any cabbage cores you would otherwise scrap can easily be throw into a pot with broccoli or squash and cooked until soft enough to purée for soup, where it won't take up much space flavor-wise but will still lend a nice, slightly sweet backbone—plus nutrients.

What is the best way to cut cabbage?

Then, locate the stem or core. It will be at the bottom of the cabbage where the leaves join together. Use a sharp chef's knife to cut the cabbage in half lengthwise through the core. Cut the halves in half, again lengthwise through the core, to form four wedges.

How to easily shred cabbage?

You can also shred cabbage with a large (wide) vegetable peeler or a mandolin slicer. Some food processors come with a shredding plate/attachment for shredding vegetables. You could also try a grater, but a grater will likely make the shreds very small- maybe not ideal for coleslaw or sauerkraut.

Can I use a food processor to slice cabbage?

You could certainly use a sharp knife and some patience to create thin ribbons of cabbage for soups, salads and stir-fries, but shredding cabbage in a food processor is fast, easy and gives you perfect shreds. For recipes that use cooked cabbage, this means an even cooking time.

Cabbage Casserole Recipe (2024)

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This savory Cabbage Casserole is a cozy winter treat. The consistency is similar to a quiche with a creamy cabbage center, fresh herbs and an irresistible crust. The golden cheesy crust takes this over the top with a slight cheese pull when it’s hot and fresh out of the oven.

We serve this with a hefty dollop of sour cream. My husband eats slices like he does pizza which makes me all giddy because it’s just a glorious slice of vegetables – YES!!

This cabbage casserole pie is everything I love about Ukrainian and Russian recipes – using simple, basic, inexpensive ingredients to make something completely delicious.

My Mom found this recipe idea on Youtube and made it for a family dinner. Everyone was smitten and we adopted it quickly!

P.S. We have included Amazon affiliate links below for tools needed to make this recipe.

Cabbage Casserole Ingredients:

4 large eggs
1/4 cup sour cream
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp corn starch
1 lb or 6 cups (1/2 of a medium head) regular green cabbage, finely sliced
1/2 tsp salt (we use sea salt)
2 Tbsp dill (fresh or frozen), chopped
2 Tbsp green onion, finely chopped, plus more to garnish
4 oz mozzarella cheese (1 1/2 cups shredded)

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Cabbage Pie Photo Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375˚F and butter a 9″ pie dish.

2. In a medium mixing bowl, add: 4 eggs, 1/4 cup sour cream and 1/4 cup mayonnaise and whisk to combine.

3. In a small mixing bowl, stir together 1/4 cup flour, 1/2 tsp baking powder and 1/2 tsp corn starch. Whisk this flour mixture into the batter until smooth and set aside.

4. Place thinly sliced cabbage into a second medium mixing bowl and sprinkle with 1/2 tsp salt. Scrunch the cabbage for 30 seconds to soften it then stir in 2 Tbsp green onion and 2 Tbsp dill.

5. Spread cabbage mixture over the bottom of your 9″ pie dish and pour the batter evenly over the top. Sprinkle the top with shredded mozzarella and bake on the center rack at 375˚F for about 35 minutes or until top is golden brown.

I love how it poofs up out of the oven and the filling is just as tempting as the crust. MMMM mm!

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Cabbage Casserole Recipe

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Author: Natasha of NatashasKitchen.com

This savory cabbage pie is loaded with cabbage and herbs and the batter makes it almost quiche-like. The golden cheesy crust takes this over the top with a slight cheese pull when it's hot and fresh of the oven.

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Prep Time: 5 minutes mins

Cook Time: 35 minutes mins

Total Time: 40 minutes mins

Ingredients

Servings: 6 people

4 large eggs
1/4 cup sour cream
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp corn starch
1 lb green cabbage, (1/2 medium head or 6 cups finely sliced)
1/2 tsp salt
2 Tbsp dill, fresh or frozen, chopped
2 Tbsp green onion, finely chopped, plus more to garnish
4 oz mozzarella cheese, (1 1/2 cups shredded)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375˚F and butter a 9" round pie dish.
In a medium mixing bowl, add 4 eggs, 1/4 cup sour cream and 1/4 cup mayo and whisk until blended.
In a small mixing bowl, stir together 1/4 cup flour, 1/2 tsp baking powder and 1/2 tsp corn starch. Whisk flour mixture into batter until smooth.
Place thinly sliced cabbage into second medium mixing bowl and sprinkle with 1/2 tsp salt. Scrunch cabbage for 30 seconds to soften then stir in 2 Tbsp green onion and 2 Tbsp dill.
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Spread cabbage mixture over bottom of greased 9" pie dish and pour batter evenly over the top. Sprinkle top with shredded mozzarella and bake on the center rack at 375˚F for about 35 min or until top is golden.

Nutrition Per Serving

220kcal Calories9g Carbs9g Protein16g Fat5g Saturated Fat132mg Cholesterol435mg Sodium238mg Potassium2g Fiber3g Sugar450IU Vitamin A28.1mg Vitamin C171mg Calcium1.2mg Iron

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Nutrition Facts

Cabbage Casserole Recipe

Amount per Serving

Calories

220

% Daily Value*

Fat

Saturated Fat

Cholesterol

132

Sodium

435

Potassium

238

Natasha Kravchuk

Welcome to my kitchen! I am Natasha, the blogger behind Natasha's Kitchen (since 2009). My husband and I run this blog together and share only our best, family approved and tested recipes with YOU. Thanks for stopping by! We are so happy you're here.

Cabbage Casserole Recipe (2024)

Cabbage Casserole Ingredients:

Cabbage Pie Photo Instructions:

Print-Friendly Cabbage Casserole Recipe

Cabbage Casserole Recipe

Ingredients

Instructions

Nutrition Per Serving

Natasha Kravchuk

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