Description
A hearty and flavorful Romanian dish featuring slow-cooked cabbage caramelized with tomatoes, onions, and smoky sausage. Perfect for a comforting meal with deep, rustic flavors.
Ingredients
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- 1 medium head of cabbage, thinly sliced
- 3 smoked sausages (or your choice of sausage)
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tomatoes, diced (or 1/2 cup canned tomatoes)
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon caraway seeds (optional)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 cup chicken or vegetable broth
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Sauté the onions: Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the onions and cook until soft and golden.
- Add aromatics: Stir in garlic, paprika, caraway seeds, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Cook the cabbage: Add the sliced cabbage and stir well, cooking for 10 minutes until slightly softened.
- Simmer: Stir in diced tomatoes and broth. Mix well and let simmer for another 5 minutes.
- Bake: Transfer cabbage to a baking dish, nestle the sausages on top, and bake for 40-45 minutes until the cabbage is caramelized and the sausages are browned.
- Serve: Let rest for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy warm!
Notes
- For extra richness, drizzle with a little melted butter before serving.
- Smoked sausages like kielbasa or Romanian cabanos work best for deep, smoky flavor.
- Serve with crusty bread or polenta for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking, Stovetop
- Cuisine: Romanian, Eastern European
