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Instant Pot Braised Red Cabbage

Braised red cabbage isn't a traditional Ukrainian dish. But, it makes for a colourful side for Christmas Eve. It's easy to make ahead!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Side, Side Dish
Cuisine German
Servings 6 to 8 servings

Ingredients
  

  • ½ red cabbage head core removed and sliced
  • 2 tart apples chopped
  • 1 small onion chopped
  • 2 Tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 Tablespoons lemon juice or the juice of half a lemon
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon allspice
  • 2 Tablespoons apple cider vinegar

Instructions
 

  • Slice the cabbage into ¼ inch strips using a slicer, food processor or knife.
  • Chop the apple and onion.
  • Layer the cabbage, apple and onion in the Instant Pot.
  • Add the 2 Tablespoons vegetable oil, 2 cups water, 2 Tablespoons lemon juice, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon allspice.
  • Set the Instant Pot to cook for 5 minutes on High Pressure using the Manual setting.
  • Wait 45 minutes (from the start time) to allow the Instant Pot to release the pressure naturally.
  • Stir the ingredients to combine. Add the 2 Tablespoons of apple cider vinegar.
  • Serve right away or keep 1 to 2 days in the refrigerator and reheat before serving.