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Viral Cabbage Boil Recipe Easy Quick and Delicious

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Viral Cabbage Boil is a comforting one-pot meal bursting with flavor from a spiced garlic broth and buttery finish. This easy, quick recipe makes a perfect side dish that’s both simple and satisfying to prepare.

Ingredients

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  • Green Cabbage 1 medium head cut into wedges
  • Garlic 6 cloves smashed
  • Onion 1 large sliced
  • Vegetable Broth 6 cups
  • Butter 3 tablespoons
  • Paprika 1 teaspoon
  • Crushed Red Pepper Flakes ½ teaspoon
  • Salt 1 tablespoon
  • Black Pepper 1 teaspoon
  • Lemon Juice 1 tablespoon

Instructions

  1. Warm a large stockpot over medium heat to prepare for cooking.
  2. Pour in vegetable broth and add smashed garlic, sliced onion, salt, black pepper, paprika, and crushed red pepper flakes, then bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
  3. Stir in butter until it fully dissolves into the simmering broth.
  4. Place the cabbage wedges cut side down evenly in the broth and lower the heat to medium-low.
  5. Cover the pot and simmer for 20 to 25 minutes until the cabbage is tender yet firm.
  6. Add lemon juice and stir gently to combine. Taste and modify seasoning as needed.
  7. Serve the cabbage with some broth using tongs or a slotted spoon while hot.

Notes

  • Use fresh green cabbage for best results
  • Don’t overcook the cabbage as it should remain tender with a bit of bite
  • For a more filling dish, add potatoes or chickpeas
  • A pinch of sugar can help mellow bitterness