Elevate the taste of a simple cabbage with this effortless slow cooker recipe, resulting in a scrumptious and comforting dish. Just slice the cabbage, add some fragrant spices, and allow it to cook on low heat until it becomes soft and rich in flavor. This versatile dish can be served as a side or add potatoes and kielbasa for a complete meal.
Cut the cabbage lengthwise in half. Remove the inner core and outer tough leaves and rinse.
Place the cabbage into a 2 quart slow cooker. The cabbage will fill the slow cooker but cooks down.
Dollop the butter, garlic paste, and sprinkle the black pepper and salt over the cabbage. Add more pepper if you want a spicier cabbage. and top with the chopped onions.
Add the water and chicken broth then cover and cook on high for about 1 -2 hours. Check after about 45 minutes to an hour and check for the desired tenderness. Don't overcook.
Notes
Add red pepper flakes for a spicier cabbage or for hearty meal asked Kielbsa and potatoes.Green cabbage is a great choice for slow cooking because of its hearty texture. Red cabbage can also be used and will provide a slightly different flavor.Cut the cabbage into quarters or eighths, depending on the size of the cabbage and your slow cooker. Make sure to remove the hard stem in the middle of each piece.If you're cooking the cabbage with other ingredients, layer them correctly. Hardy ingredients that take longer to cook, like potatoes or carrots, should be placed at the bottom, while the cabbage can be placed on top.Slow cookers require liquid to function properly. This could be as simple as water, but for more flavor, consider using chicken, beef, or vegetable broth. Don't forget to season your cabbage. Even in a slow cooker, it's possible to overcook cabbage. Cook it until it's tender, but not mushy. On low, this will typically take around 1 1/2- hours in a small slow cooker, but times may vary depending on your slow cooker.If possible, give the cabbage a stir every hour or so to ensure even cooking.