Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
0.33 cup

olive oil

1 unit

onion

thinly sliced

4 cup

red cabbage

shredded

3 tbsp

balsamic vinegar

16 unit

black olives

(Nicoise)

1 pinch

salt

to taste

1 pinch

pepper

to taste

Step 1
~2 min

Heat olive oil in a large frying pan over medium heat.

Step 2
~2 min

Add thinly sliced onion to the pan.

Step 3
~2 min

Cook the onion for 3-5 minutes, or until softened.

Step 4
~2 min

Add shredded red cabbage to the pan.

Step 5
~2 min

Cook, tossing the cabbage, for 2-3 minutes, until the color turns bright and the cabbage is coated in oil.

Step 6
~2 min

Cover the pan.

Step 7
~2 min

Cook for 6-8 minutes, or until the cabbage is crisp tender.

Step 8
~2 min

Stir in black olives and vinegar.

Step 9
~2 min

Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Step 10
~2 min

Serve immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use a mandoline for even slicing of the cabbage.

Adjust vinegar to taste.

Add a pinch of sugar to balance the acidity.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish with grilled meats or vegetables.

Pairs well with roasted chicken or fish.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Roasted chicken
Grilled fish
Pork tenderloin

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mediterranean

Cultural Significance

Common side dish in various Mediterranean cuisines.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Easter

Occasion Tags

Dinner
Lunch
Holiday

Popularity Score

60/100

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