Steamed Cabbage

It’s surprising really, but simple buttered steamed cabbage is a delicacy. Steaming transforms this vegetable into a delectable dish!

It may not look like much. But this simple steamed cabbage, seasoned with butter and garlic, is a delicacy.

I really like cabbage. Not in its raw form! As a teenager on crazy diets, I used to eat raw cabbage to get a sensation of fullness without consuming significant calories. Never again!  But cooked cabbage is very tasty. And this buttery steamed cabbage is especially good.

I also like how easy this recipe is. I am lazy about side dishes (well, about recipes in general), so I like them to be as easy as possible. This steamed cabbage recipe fits the bill. It’s a tasty and easy side dish that comes together quickly.

What to serve with steamed cabbage?

Anything, really. It’s a very versatile side dish. I often serve it with pork, either baked pork chops or pork roast. It’s also good with chicken dishes such as crispy baked chicken legs.

Is this a healthy recipe?

I believe that this steamed cabbage recipe is indeed healthy. Cabbage is very nutritious, although it’s best served cooked (my folly as a teenager notwithstanding). Butter is pretty much harmless for most healthy people, according to current research. And if you use grass-fed butter, it’s even healthy.

What to do with leftover steamed cabbage?

You can keep leftovers in the fridge, in an airtight container, for up to 4 days. Reheat the leftovers gently, in the microwave on 50% power.

More tasty cabbage recipes

If you’re looking for more cabbage recipes, try this excellent roasted cabbage. It’s wonderful! Another cabbage recipe that my family really enjoys are these Japanese cabbage pancakes. They’re admittedly a bit more labor intensive. But they are so good, I think it’s worth it.

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Steamed Cabbage

It’s surprising really, but simple buttered steamed cabbage is a delicacy. Steaming transforms the bitter vegetable into a delectable dish, and it’s so inexpensive too!

Prep Time10 mins

Cook Time10 mins

Total Time20 mins

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: cabbage

Servings: 6 servings

Calories: 107

Author: Vered DeLeeuw

INGREDIENTS

• 1 medium cabbage (2 lb. trimmed)
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes

INSTRUCTIONS

• Trim the cabbage, then shred. Place in a colander and rinse.
• Transfer the rinsed cabbage to a large, deep skillet, without drying it off – the water adhering to the cabbage will allow it to steam.
• Turn the heat on medium-high and cover. When the cabbage starts to steam, lower heat to medium.
• Steam, covered, 5-7 minutes, or until just tender. Uncover and cook 2 more minutes to allow any remaining water to evaporate.
• Add the butter, garlic, salt and black pepper, and red pepper flakes, stirring to combine. Cook 2-3 more minutes, stirring, until butter has melted. Serve warm.

NUTRITION INFO Nutrition info is approximate. It is calculated using the SparkPeople.com recipe calculator, and the carb count excludes sugar alcohols. Please read the disclaimers in our Terms of Use carefully before using any of our recipes. Recommended and linked products are not guaranteed to be gluten-free. Please verify they are before using.

Nutrition Facts

Steamed Cabbage

Amount Per Serving

Calories 107 Calories from Fat 72

% Daily Value*

Fat 8g12%

Sodium 215mg9%

Carbohydrates 9g3%

Fiber 3g13%

Protein 2g4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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