Sautéed Cabbage Garlic Mediterranean Spices (Print view)

Quick-cooking cabbage infused with garlic and Mediterranean seasonings, creating a fast, budget-friendly, and flavorful side.

# Ingredient List:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 medium head green cabbage, thinly sliced
02 - 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
03 - 3 cloves garlic, minced

→ Oils & Fats

04 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

→ Spices & Seasonings

05 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
06 - 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
07 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
08 - 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
09 - Salt and black pepper, to taste

→ Garnish

10 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
11 - Lemon wedges, for serving

# How-To Steps:

01 - Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
02 - Add the sliced onion and sauté for 2 minutes until slightly softened.
03 - Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to brown it.
04 - Add the sliced cabbage and toss well to coat in the oil and aromatics.
05 - Sprinkle in the cumin, paprika, oregano, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
06 - Sauté, stirring occasionally, for 6 to 8 minutes, or until the cabbage is tender but still slightly crisp and starting to caramelize at the edges.
07 - Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Remove from heat, sprinkle with chopped parsley, and serve with lemon wedges.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Cabbage becomes sweet and meltingly tender while keeping just enough crunch to make each bite interesting
  • The Mediterranean spice blend makes plain cabbage feel fancy enough for guests but casual enough for Tuesday nights
  • Everything comes together in one pan in about twenty minutes with zero fuss
02 -
  • Cabbage releases a lot of water as it cooks so don't worry if the pan looks steamy that's how it steams and sautés simultaneously
  • Keep the heat at medium or slightly lower you want the cabbage to cook through and caramelize not burn and turn bitter
  • The cabbage will reduce dramatically in volume don't panic when that mountain seems to disappear
03 -
  • Use your largest skillet even if it seems too big the cabbage needs space to cook properly
  • A splash of white wine or vinegar deglazes the pan and adds brightness if you like that tangy note
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