Mary Berry Christmas Red Cabbage

Mary Berry’s Christmas Red Cabbage is made with red cabbage, cider, redcurrant jelly, onion, olive oil, and butter. This traditional Christmas Red Cabbage recipe creates a delicious side dish that takes about 3 hours and 15 minutes to prepare and can serve up to 6 people.

Mary Berry Christmas Red Cabbage Ingredients

• 1 tbsp (15 ml) olive oil
• 2 knobs of butter (approximately 2 tbsp/30 g)
• 1 onion, sliced
• 1 kg (2 lb 3 oz) red cabbage, finely shredded
• 250 ml (10 fl oz) cider
• 4 tbsp (60 g) redcurrant jelly
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper

How To Make Mary Berry Christmas Red Cabbage

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 160°C/140°C fan/Gas 3.
2. Cook the Vegetables: Heat the oil and a knob of butter in a deep ovenproof saucepan. Add the onion and cabbage and fry for 3–4 minutes. Add the cider and redcurrant jelly, season with salt and pepper, bring to a boil, and boil for a few minutes.
3. Bake: Cover the pan with a lid and place in the oven for 3–4 hours until completely tender. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the cabbage to a warm dish, leaving the juices behind in the pan.
4. Reduce the Liquid: Place the pan on the hob and reduce the liquid until the color has darkened and it has reduced to a syrupy consistency. Stir in the remaining butter, remove the pan from the heat, and pour the syrupy liquid over the cabbage in the dish.

Recipe Tips

• Finely Shred the Cabbage: Ensure the cabbage is finely shredded for even cooking and a better texture.
• Adjust the Cider: If the cider is too dry, you can add a bit of sugar to balance the flavors.
• Stir Occasionally: Stir the cabbage every hour during baking to ensure it cooks evenly and doesn’t stick to the pan.
• Reduce the Liquid Slowly: When reducing the cooking liquid, do so slowly to avoid burning and to achieve a rich, syrupy consistency.
• Use a Lid: Keep the lid on the pan while baking to retain moisture and allow the cabbage to cook thoroughly and become tender.

What To Serve With Christmas Red Cabbage?

This tangy Christmas Red Cabbage pairs well with roast turkey, honey-glazed ham, mashed potatoes, or crispy pork chops. It can also be served alongside roasted sausages, stuffing, gravy, or a hearty beef roast for a delicious Christmas dinner.

How To Store Leftovers Christmas Red Cabbage?

• Refrigerate: Let the leftover Christmas Red Cabbage cool to room temperature. Transfer it to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 4 days.
• Freeze: Allow the cabbage to cool completely, then transfer it to a freezer-safe container. It can be frozen for up to 3 months. To use, thaw overnight in the refrigerator before serving.

How To Reheat Leftovers Christmas Red Cabbage?

• In The Oven: Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Place the cabbage in an ovenproof dish, cover with foil, and heat for about 20 minutes or until warmed through.
• In The Microwave: Transfer the cabbage to a microwave-safe dish, cover loosely, and heat on high for 2-3 minutes, stirring halfway through.
• On The Stove: Heat a little oil or butter in a pan over medium heat. Add the cabbage and cook, stirring occasionally, until heated through, about 5-7 minutes.

Mary Berry Christmas Red Cabbage Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)

• Calories: 150
• Total Fat: 7g
• Saturated Fat: 3g
• Cholesterol: 15mg
• Sodium: 80mg
• Potassium: 400mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 22g
• Dietary Fiber: 5g
• Sugars: 14g
• Protein: 2g

Try More Mary Berry Recipes:

• Mary Berry Lemon And Poppy Seed Loaf Cake
• Mary Berry Leftover Roast Pork Fried Rice
• Mary Berry Butternut Squash And Red Pepper Soup
• Mary Berry Apple and Pear Pie