Braised Red Cabbage Recipe - How To Make Braised Red Cabbage

Ingredients

• 3 tbsp. butter, divided
• 1/2 large yellow onion, chopped (about 1 cup)
• 2 lb. red cabbage (from 1 small or ½ a large head), cored and sliced ¼” thick
• 1 medium tart apple (optional) such as Granny Smith, peeled, cored, and cut into long matchsticks
• 1/2 c. dry red wine
• 1/2 c. water
• 3 tbsp. red wine vinegar
• 3 tbsp. packed light or dark brown sugar
• 1 1/2 tsp. kosher salt
• 1/2 caraway seeds (optional)
• Freshly ground black pepper
• Fresh dill and/or chives, for serving