Pecan Free Ginger Braised Cabbage

Total time50 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time40 min

4.6

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Cabbage rarely gets the spotlight it deserves, but braising it low and slow transforms those humble wedges into something genuinely impressive — tender all the way through, with caramelized edges and a deeply savory glaze. The combination of fresh ginger, garlic, and turmeric builds a warm, aromatic base, while coconut aminos and apple cider vinegar add a subtle sweet-tangy depth that makes the braising liquid almost too good to leave in the pan. Every single ingredient here is naturally free from tree nuts, so there's no label-scanning or substitution stress involved — just straightforward, wholesome cooking. Searing the cabbage first is the move that sets this dish apart, locking in color and flavor before the oven does its slow, gentle work. The finished wedges soak up all those pan juices beautifully, and a scatter of fresh parsley at the end keeps things bright. It works equally well as a hearty side or a light main, and the fact that it comes together in one oven-safe pan means cleanup is refreshingly minimal.

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Ingredients

4 servings

1 medium head green cabbage (about 2 lb), cut through the core into 8 wedges
2 tbsp coconut oil
1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated
4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
½ tsp ground turmeric
3 tbsp coconut aminos
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 cup bone broth
½ tsp fine sea salt, plus more to taste

For serving

2 tbsp fresh parsley, roughly chopped (optional)

Instructions

1
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Pat the cabbage wedges dry with paper towels.
2
Heat the coconut oil in a large oven-safe skillet or braising pan over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the cabbage wedges cut-side down in a single layer and sear, undisturbed, for 3–4 minutes until the cut face is deep golden brown. Flip to the second cut side and sear for another 3 minutes until similarly browned. Transfer the seared wedges to a plate.

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