Braised Red Cabbage Apples and Brats

Infuse your dinner table with the warm, hearty flavors of this Braised Red Cabbage, Apples, and Brats recipe—a mouthwatering fusion of sweet and savory that’s perfect for cozy evenings. This one-pan dish starts with juicy bratwurst sausages, expertly browned to perfection, then pairs them with tender red cabbage, crisp apples, and caramelized onions. The cabbage and apples are braised in a tangy apple cider vinegar and broth base, sweetened with a touch of brown sugar and seasoned with aromatic caraway seeds, creating a deeply flavorful side. Ready in just over an hour, this comforting German-inspired dish is as easy to prepare as it is delicious. Serve it warm with crusty bread or creamy mashed potatoes for a complete meal that’s sure to become a family favorite. Perfect for fall dinners and Oktoberfest celebrations, this dish combines hearty ingredients with rich, warm spices for a truly satisfying experience.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 6 bratwurst sausages
• 1 head red cabbage
• 2 apple
• 1 yellow onion
• 0.25 cup apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon caraway seeds
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth

Directions

Step 1

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the bratwurst sausages to the skillet and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Remove and set aside.

Step 3

Thinly slice the red cabbage, core and thinly slice the apples, and finely dice the yellow onion.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and sauté the onions until softened, about 3 minutes.

Step 5

Add the sliced red cabbage and apples to the skillet, stirring to combine with the onions.

Step 6

Pour in the apple cider vinegar and sprinkle the brown sugar over the mixture. Stir well to coat.

Step 7

Add the caraway seeds, salt, and black pepper, then pour in the chicken or vegetable broth.

Step 8

Bring the mixture to a simmer, reduce the heat to low, and cover. Cook for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is tender.

Step 9

Nestle the browned bratwurst sausages into the cooked cabbage mixture. Cover and cook for an additional 10-15 minutes, until the bratwurst is cooked through.

Step 10

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve warm with crusty bread or mashed potatoes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2357.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2591.6

Total Fat 183.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 59.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g
Cholesterol 384.0mg	0%
Sodium 7812.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 166.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 34.0g	0%
Total Sugars 90.6g
Protein 87.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 594.5mg	0%
Iron 14.7mg	0%
Potassium 4358.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 61.9%

Protein: 13.2%

Carbs: 25.0%