Slow Cooker Red Cabbage

The red cabbage served as a side dish on a white plate.

5 from 1 vote

Turn simple ingredients into a delicious side dish with this easy slow cooker red cabbage recipe. Sweet apples and warming spices create the perfect balance of flavors!

Prep Time15

Cook Time4

Total Time4 15

Course: All Recipes, Side Dish

Cuisine: European

Diet: Gluten Free

Servings: servings

Calories: 124kcal

Author: Jeri Walker

Ingredients

1 large red cabbage (about 2-3 pounds) quartered and sliced thinly
1 large apple cored and sliced thinly
1 large red onion halved and sliced thinly
¼ cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon black pepper
¼ teaspoon ground cloves
½ cup apple juice
¼ cup apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons butter cut into small pieces

Instructions

Grease your slow cooker insert with butter or cooking spray.
Layer half of the sliced red cabbage in the bottom of your slow cooker. Add half of the sliced apple and red onion on top of the cabbage.
Sprinkle half of the brown sugar, salt, cinnamon, black pepper, and cloves over the layers.
Repeat the layering process with the remaining cabbage, apple, onion, and seasonings.
Pour the apple juice and apple cider vinegar evenly over the layered vegetables. Place the butter pieces on top.
Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours, until the cabbage is tender but still has a slight bite.
Before serving, gently stir to combine all ingredients and coat everything with the cooking liquid. Serve immediately and enjoy!
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Notes

Core your cabbage thoroughly - the tough center can remain chewy even after slow cooking.
Keep the slow cooker covered - removing the lid frequently will significantly increase cooking time.
The cabbage will reduce in volume by about half during cooking - don't worry if your slow cooker looks very full at first.
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container for 3-4 days.

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