STEAMED
SAVOY CABBAGE AND MUSTARD GREENS WITH BACON
(epicurious.com)
This
recipe can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.
3/4 pound sliced bacon
1 large head Savoy cabbage (about 2 pounds)
2 bunches mustard greens (about 2 1/2 pounds total)
6 large garlic cloves
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Cut bacon into 1/2-inch pieces and in a large heavy skillet cook
over moderate heat, stirring, until crisp and golden. With a
slotted spoon transfer bacon to paper towels to drain.
Thinly slice cabbage and discard coarse stems from mustard greens.
In a large steamer rack set over boiling water steam cabbage,
covered, until crisp-tender, about 10 minutes. Transfer cabbage to
a large bowl and keep warm, covered. In steamer rack set over
boiling water steam mustard greens until tender, 10 to 15 minutes.
Add mustard greens to cabbage and keep warm, covered.
Mince garlic. In a small saucepan heat garlic, butter, and oil
until butter is just melted. Drizzle butter mixture over
vegetables, tossing to distribute evenly, and season with salt and
pepper.
Transfer vegetables to a serving dish and serve topped with bacon.
Serves 8.
Spicy
Cabbage Soup
(allrecipes.com)
The
unusual combination of vegetables in this healthy soup are brought
together beautifully with the spices. The Healthy Sauté cooking
method makes it light and healthier without heating oils or
compromising flavor. Feel free to add more spices and chili pepper
if you like it spicier. If you have the time, let this soup simmer
for a little longer for a richer taste.
Prep and Cook Time: 45 minutes
1 medium sized onion,
quartered and sliced thinly
3 medium cloves garlic,
chopped
1-2 tsp minced
fresh red chili pepper (serrano, or jalapeno)
2 tsp ground coriander
1 TBS dry mustard
5 cups + 1 TBS chicken or vegetable broth
2 TBS fresh lemon juice
2 medium sized red potatoes
cut in ½ inch cubes, about two cups
1 15oz can diced tomatoes
3 cups thinly sliced
Savoy or green cabbage,
salt and black pepper to taste
Heat 1 TBS broth in a medium soup pot. Sauté
sliced onion over medium heat for about 5 minutes in broth. Stir
in garlic and minced chili pepper. Continue to sauté for another
minute.
Stir in dried coriander and mustard, and
add broth, and rest of ingredients except cabbage, salt and
pepper. Simmer for about 20 minutes, uncovered, or until potatoes
are tender.
Add cabbage, and cook for another 5 minutes. Season with salt and
pepper to taste.
Sesame
Braised Chicken & Cabbage (allrecipes.com)
This
highly nutritious cabbage and kale dish is easily made and is very
fresh tasting. It is a meal in one dish that is very satisfying
and delicious with the chicken. By using a "Healthy Sauté"
and stovetop braising techniques you get a healthier dish without
heated oils that is still full of flavor.
Prep
and Cook Time: 30 minutes Serves 4
2
boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into 1 inch pieces.
4 cups green cabbage
sliced thin,
4 cups finely chopped
kale, stems removed
1 medium sized onion
cut in half & sliced thin
1 TBS minced fresh
ginger
2 medium cloves garlic,
minced
½ cup + 1 TBS chicken broth
1 tsp turmeric
1 tsp ground coriander
1 15 oz can diced tomatoes, drained
2 TBS rice vinegar
1 TBS extra virgin olive oil
¼ cup chopped
scallion tops
1 TBS sesame seeds
salt and white pepper to taste
Heat 1 TBS broth in a
stainless steel wok or large skillet. Healthy Sauté onion in
broth over medium heat for about 5 minutes stirring frequently,
until translucent. Add garlic, ginger and continue to sauté for
another minute.
Add chicken pieces and cook for a couple of minutes. Add turmeric,
coriander, and mix with chicken. Add kale. Sauté for another
couple of minutes, stirring constantly.
Add ½ cup broth and bring to a boil on high heat Reduce heat and
simmer over low heat covered for about 3 minutes stirring
occasionally.
Add cabbage, diced tomatoes, vinegar and simmer for another 4
minutes. Remove from heat, toss with olive oil, salt and pepper.
Serve sprinkled with minced scallion and sesame seeds.
Healthy Cooking Tips: Make sure the cabbage does
not cook more than about 4 minutes. If it cooks beyond that it
will start releasing liquid and dilute the flavor of your dish. By
slicing it thin, it allows it to cook in a short amount of time,
ending with a fresh tasting dish with a lot of flavor.
Shredded
Chicken Salad
2
fresh hot red chiles (thai or serrano)
3
minced peeled cloves garlic
2
tablespoon sugar
1
tablespoon rice wine vinegar
3
tablespoon fresh lime juice
3
tablespoon Vietnamese fish sauce (nuó'c mam)
3
tablespoon vegetable oil
1
onion, thinly sliced and peeled
2
cups shredded cooked chicken
4
cups white cabbage, shredded
2
carrots, julienned peeled
1/2
cup fresh mint, julienned
Freshly
ground black pepper
Cilantro
Seed
red chiles, then mince. (It is always best to wear rubber gloves
when working with chiles.) Place chiles in a large bowl. Add
garlic, sugar, rice wine vinegar, fresh lime juice, Vietnamese
fish sauce, vegetable oil, and onion. Mix until sugar dissolves.
Add shredded chicken, shredded white cabbage, carrots, and fresh
mint. Season with freshly ground black pepper, mix, and garnish
with cilantro.
I
Can’t Believe It’s Just Cabbage (rawfamily.com)
1 head white
cabbage
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt
1 Tablespoon nutritional yeast
Mix all
ingredients in a bowl and decorate with your favorite herb.
Serves 5
SAUSAGE
SMOTHERED IN RED CABBAGE (allrecipes.com)
Excellent
dish for sauerkraut lovers. Serve
this with mashed potatoes, mustard pickle and pumpernickel bread.
5 servings
Prep
Time: 30 Minutes Cook Time: 30 Minutes
1 small head red cabbage, shredded
1 apple, cored and diced
3 teaspoons salt, divided
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 cup water
1 tablespoon butter
1 small onion, chopped
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon wine vinegar
1 pound kielbasa sausage cut into 1 inch pieces
(turkey sausage can be subbed for less
fat),
Place the cabbage in a large kettle, and
add the diced apple, 2 teaspoons of the salt, lemon juice, and 1/2
cup water. Bring to a boil then simmer, covered, about 15 minutes
stirring occasionally. In hot butter, saute the onion until
golden. Add the onion to the cabbage along with 1 teaspoon salt,
pepper, vinegar and sausage. Cook, covered, 20 to 30 minutes until
sausage is heated through. To serve, spoon the cabbage onto a
heated platter, topping it with the sausage.