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Garlic Butter Melting Cabbage

Garlic Butter Melting Cabbage: Creamy Comfort in Every Bite

Garlic Butter Melting Cabbage transforms a humble vegetable into an extraordinary dish that’s hard to resist.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dishes
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cabbage
  • 1 medium green cabbage cut into wedges
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for searing
For the Garlic Butter Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter for the sauce
  • 1 shallot minced
  • 5 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
  • 2 cups heavy cream for creaminess
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese freshly grated
For Flavor and Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons chili oil for a spicy kick
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt to taste
  • freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • chopped parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Baking Dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cut your medium green cabbage into 8 wedges, keeping the core intact. Rinse and pat dry.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add cabbage wedges cut-side down and sear for 2-3 minutes until golden.
  3. Transfer the seared cabbage to a baking dish, arranging snugly.
  4. In the same skillet, melt unsalted butter. Add minced shallot and garlic, sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  5. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, then stir in Parmesan cheese, chili oil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5-7 minutes.
  6. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Pour the sauce over cabbage in the baking dish.
  7. Cover with foil and bake for 50-60 minutes, until tender and golden on top.
  8. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 8gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 18gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Gently reheat to restore creaminess.

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