Braised Cabbage Potatoes Chili (Printable)

Enjoy tender, buttery cabbage and soft potatoes infused with gentle chili warmth for a comforting, easy-to-make meal.

# What You Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 medium green cabbage (about 2 pounds), cored and sliced
02 - 1 pound Yukon Gold or waxy potatoes, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch chunks
03 - 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Spices & Flavorings

05 - 1-2 fresh red chilies, deseeded and finely sliced (or 1 teaspoon chili flakes, to taste)
06 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
07 - 1 bay leaf
08 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Liquids & Fats

09 - 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
10 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
11 - 1 2/3 cups vegetable broth

→ Garnish

12 - Chopped fresh parsley
13 - Lemon wedges

# How To Make:

01 - Heat butter and olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat.
02 - Add the onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until soft and translucent.
03 - Stir in the garlic and chili; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
04 - Add the potatoes and cook, stirring, for 3 minutes.
05 - Add the sliced cabbage, smoked paprika, and bay leaf. Season with salt and pepper.
06 - Pour in the vegetable broth. Stir well and bring to a simmer.
07 - Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes and cabbage are meltingly soft and most of the liquid is absorbed.
08 - Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Remove the bay leaf.
09 - Serve hot, garnished with parsley and a squeeze of lemon if desired.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Its the kind of dish that makes your kitchen smell like a hug
  • The cabbage becomes impossibly sweet without any added sugar
  • One pot, minimal effort, and it somehow tastes better the next day
02 -
  • Do not rush the initial onion stage, it builds the flavor foundation
  • The cabbage should be cut into ribbons, not chunks, for even cooking
  • Check the liquid halfway through if your pot has a loose lid
03 -
  • Letting the dish rest for 10 minutes off the heat before serving marries the flavors
  • The texture improves overnight in the refrigerator, so consider making it ahead
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