If after the holidays you feel like your stomach is full and the thought of food makes you tired, try this simple stewed cabbage. It's warm, soft, with a hint of acidity from the apple and tender chicken that satisfies your hunger without being overwhelming. Prepares in 30 minutes and requires only one pan.
You will need:
white cabbage – 500 g
chicken fillet – 250 g
apple – 1 pc.
onion – 1 pc.
carrots – 1 pc.
tomato paste – 1 tbsp. l.
vegetable oil – 2 tbsp. l.
water – 150 ml
bay leaf – 1 pc.
salt, black pepper, a pinch of ground cumin – to taste
fresh herbs – for serving
How to cook:
- Chop the cabbage not too finely, it should retain its texture.
- Cut the onion into half rings, carrots into strips, and apple into slices.
- Cut the chicken into small pieces.
- Heat the oil in a deep frying pan, fry the onion until transparent, add the carrots, fry for 3 minutes.
- Add the chicken and cook until lightly browned.
- Add cabbage, stir, simmer for 5 minutes, it will settle a little.
- Pour in water, add tomato paste, bay leaf, salt, pepper and cumin.
- Cover with a lid, reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
- 3 minutes before the end, add the apple; it will add sourness, but will not fall apart.
- Sprinkle with chopped herbs before serving.
The dish is juicy, but not watery, with a balance of sweetness and sourness.
Within an hour after dinner you will feel: your stomach is soft, your mood is calm, and thoughts about food have disappeared.
Bon appetit!
Question and answer:
Can it be made without chicken?
Yes. For a vegetarian version, just increase the portion of apple and add a pinch of smoked paprika for depth of flavor.
Is sauerkraut okay?
No, it will give a sharp acid. What you need is fresh cabbage.
Can I cook in a slow cooker?
Yes. In the “Extinguishing” mode for 40 minutes. But on the stove, the taste is richer due to light evaporation.
How long does the dish last?
Up to 3 days in the refrigerator. On the second day it only becomes tastier.
