Braised Savoy Cabbage

This braised savoy cabbage is juicy, caramelized to perfection, and infused with plenty of garlic! This mouth-watering side dish pairs wonderfully with steamed rice and your favorite plant-based protein for a wholesome and hearty meal.

📝 Ingredients

• 1/4 medium head of savoy cabbage
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 tbsp vegan butter
• 3 cloves of garlic (minced)
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
• 1/4 cup water

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Slice the cabbage. Before starting, be aware that this recipe uses a quarter of a head of medium savoy cabbage (using more wouldn’t fit in most skillets). Start by slicing the quarter in half lengthwise.
2. 2Rinse it and pat it dry. Rinse the cabbage wedges under cold water to remove any possible dirt. Drain them well and pat them dry with paper kitchen towels.
3. 3Sauté until browned. Heat the olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the cabbage wedges and sauté for 3-4 minutes or until golden brown.
4. 4Flip and sauté the other side. Once one side is golden brown, flip the wedges and sauté for another 3-4 minutes until the other side is golden brown as well.
5. 5Cover and cook until tender. Next, add 1/2 cup of water to the skillet and cover with a lid. Steam the cabbage for about 15 minutes or until tender. You can check the doneness by trying to pierce the cabbage with a thin knife.
6. 6Sauté the garlic. Once the cabbage wedges are tender, push them back to a side of the pan. Add the vegan butter and wait until it melts. Once melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 2 minutes. Next, stir to toss the cabbage wedges with the sautéed garlic.
7. 7Season with soy sauce. Add the soy sauce, ground black pepper, and 1/4 cup of water to the pan. Shake to toss the cabbage with the sauce.
8. 8Sauté for a few more minutes. Cook uncovered for another 3-4 minutes, flipping the wedges once halfway through cooking to season the cabbage evenly.
9. 9Enjoy! The cabbage is now ready. You can taste it and adjust the seasoning before serving. You can store this braised cabbage for up to 3 days in the refrigerator.