
A healthful blend of sautéed cabbage and kale makes a great side dish for all sorts of entrées. Because you want to caramelize rather than brown the cabbage in order to develop its natural sweetness, this dish takes a little time to prepare, but we’re sure you’ll find that the flavor is well worth the extra effort.

Sautéed Cabbage and Kale
Ingredients
- 1 small head of cabbage, chopped (1 lb or about 6 cups)
- 1 lb fresh kale, stemmed and roughly chopped
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, very finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 bunch scallions, 4 to 5, chopped
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, until it begins to soften.
- Add the garlic and continue cooking just until fragrant, 1 minute longer.
- Add about 1/3 of the chopped cabbage, season with a pinch of salt and cook until wilted and reduced in bulk.
- Repeat with the other two batches of cabbage, being sure to season with a bit more salt each time.
- Continue cooking, stirring often, until the cabbage is caramelized and golden in color, 15 to 18 minutes.
- Add the butter, a few grinds of black pepper, and adjust the salt to taste.
- Add the kale and continue cooking until it’s wilted and tender, 3 to 4 minutes, then add the scallions and cook until slightly softened, but still bright green.
- Transfer to a serving dish.
I enjoy this dish. The cabbage and kale recipe is great!
Glad to hear you enjoyed it Gina. Thanks for taking the time to leave a comment and rating.
This one of my best recipes dedicated to my sister Toya enjoy your meal and be happy.
Hi Nina,
I’m glad you enjoyed the recipe and appreciate you taking the time to leave a comment.
Absolutely fabulous with pork chops , no need to add gravy, superb
Just made this kale and cabbage, it was so good. Got to try new things while shelter in place
Hi Annie,
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