Braised Red Cabbage with Bacon

Why This Is Strictly Keto

Braised red cabbage is traditionally simmered with sugar or sweet apples for balance — this version skips added sugar entirely, relying instead on bacon fat, broth and a splash of vinegar for richness and tang.

Ingredients

• 8 slices bacon, chopped
• 1/2 cup diced onion
• 1 cup chicken bone broth
• 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 1/2 teaspoons caraway seeds
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 medium head red cabbage, thinly sliced
• Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

1. Cook the bacon: In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook the bacon over medium-high heat until crisp, about 6–8 minutes, adding the onion during the last minute.

2. Deglaze: Add the chicken broth, stirring and scraping the bottom of the pot to release any browned bits.

3. Season: Stir in the vinegar, caraway seeds, salt, and pepper.

4. Braise: Add the cabbage, stir to combine, cover, and reduce heat to medium-low. Braise 30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the cabbage is tender.

5. Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.

Nutritional Info (per serving, approximate)

Tips

• Slice the cabbage thin and uniform so it braises evenly.
• This dish tastes even better the next day — make it ahead and reheat gently.
• Pairs especially well with pork or roasted poultry.