Which cabbage works best for winter vegetables?

Classically you use white cabbage, which turns mild and slightly sweet. Savoy cabbage, pointed cabbage or red cabbage work just as well. The key is to slice the cabbage into thin strips so it steams down evenly and tender.

How do I make cabbage easier to digest?

Slice the cabbage finely and simmer it long enough until it is really soft. A pinch of sugar and a little caraway in the braising liquid make the dish milder and easier to digest, which is great for sensitive tummies and kids.

Can I make this dish vegan?

Yes, the recipe is fully vegan. Instead of dairy cream you stir in plant cream made from soy or oats, which makes the vegetables nicely creamy. The mashed potatoes alongside can be made vegan with plant milk and margarine.

What goes well with winter vegetables and cabbage?

We love it best with creamy mashed potatoes. It also pairs beautifully with boiled potatoes, rice, polenta or a piece of pan-fried tofu, turning the vegetables into a complete, warming main dish.

How long do the winter vegetables keep?

Stored in a sealed container, the winter vegetables keep for 2–3 days in the fridge and often taste even better reheated. Warm them in a pan over medium heat and add a splash of broth if needed.

Winter Vegetables with Cabbage – vegan & quick

Hello Lovelies , today I have a new recipe for you and it's my kids favorite food during winter: Winter vegetables with cabbage and mashed potatoes. We like to eat seasonal and regional and of course many types of cabbage are available right now. Children usually don't like them that much, but I can promise you that this recipe is simply a hit with my kids, each time I make it the kids ask for second plates I'm showered with praise :-).

Winter vegetables with white cabbage over mashed potato, plated in a blue bowl

But I have to pass this on to my mom, because the steamed white cabbage was one of my favorite dishes as a child. The dish is very simple, quickly prepared and with the mashed potatoes a delicious feel-good dish. Ideal after school or for cold winter days.

Braised winter vegetables with peppers cooking in the cast-iron pan

Winter vegetables with cabbage over mash, served with a spoon from above

Mashed potatoes are very popular with my kids anyway, they could actually eat them every day. A vegan version is very easy to prepare, I replace the milk with plant-based milk (any milk that is currently open) and instead of butter you can add margarine or some vegan cream. Nobody will taste a difference.

Winter vegetables with cabbage and carrots, close-up in the bowl

I have to admit, I was a little surprised myself when I made the vegetables the first time, how much the kids loved it. Definitely worth a try, and I hope, of course, that your kids or you like it as much as we do. Especially now in the winter, where cabbage is in season and the selection of vegetables is generally a bit more limited, it is great to have a dish where you know for sure that it will be eaten with pleasure.

If you love cozy winter cooking as much as we do, you will probably also enjoy my creamy potato soup with veggies for really cold days. For a bit more spice, try my sweet potato curry with chili naan, and if you are in the mood for another comforting dish, give my pumpkin curry with chickpeas and mie noodles a go - all three are wonderfully warming and easy enough for everyday meals.

Winter vegetables with cabbage

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