Braised cabbage

Cabbage is a wonderful cold-weather vegetable. High in antioxidants and fiber, it is know to be cleansing and great for the digestive system. Cabbage is great for the digestive system; raw cabbage juice is known to help heal ulcers.

This simple dish is nice during the cooler days in fall and spring. The heat and moistness of it will help keep you warm:

Ingredients:

• 4-5 cups cabbage, cut into thin slices
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• ½ cup onion, sliced
• 2-3 cloves garlic, minced
• Spices of your choice – I recommend turmeric, mustard seeds, caraway, curry
• ½ cup vegetable or chicken broth

Heat oil in a pan. Add in spices and heat for a few minutes. When spices become fragrant, add onion and garlic. Saute until warm and softer, making sure not to burn the vegetables. Add cabbage and sauté for a few minutes. Add broth and cover tightly with a lid. On medium heat, let simmer for about 5 minutes. Lift the lid and check – if the cabbage is soft, remove the lid and allow some of the liquid to evaporate. Salt and pepper to taste and serve