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Miso Braised Cabbage Recipe

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This Miso Braised Cabbage recipe features tender wedges of green cabbage seared to a golden brown and then slowly braised in a savory mixture of white miso paste, rice vinegar, sake, and aromatics. Finished with a garnish of toasted sesame seeds and fresh arugula, this dish offers an umami-rich, comforting side that elevates simple cabbage into a deliciously flavorful experience.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 8

Ingredients

Primary Ingredients

  • ¼ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 medium head green cabbage, cut through the core into 8 wedges (about 2 pounds)
  • Kosher salt, as needed
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 medium shallots, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons white miso paste
  • ¼ cup rice vinegar
  • 1 cup sake
  • Freshly ground black pepper, as needed
  • ½ teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
  • Handful wild arugula

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Heat your oven to 375ºF (190ºC), preparing it for the braising step.
  2. Sear the Cabbage: Heat a large cast iron pan over medium heat and add the vegetable oil. Once hot, add the cabbage wedges with one cut side down, working in batches if necessary. Sear for about 3 minutes until golden brown, season with kosher salt, then flip and sear the other side for an additional 3 minutes.
  3. Sauté Shallots and Melt Butter: Remove the cabbage and set aside on a plate. Return the pan to the stovetop over medium heat, add the butter, and let it melt. Add the thinly sliced shallots and sauté until tender, about 4 minutes.
  4. Add Miso and Liquids: Stir in the white miso paste and rice vinegar, combining well with the shallots and butter. Next, pour in the sake and ½ cup water, stirring to blend all flavors.
  5. Braise in the Oven: Nestle the seared cabbage wedges back into the skillet with the liquid mixture. Transfer the pan to the preheated oven and braise for about 1 hour, or until the cabbage reduces in size and becomes tender.
  6. Season and Garnish: Remove the pan from the oven. Season the cabbage with additional kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over the top and garnish with a handful of fresh wild arugula before serving.

Notes

  • Using a cast iron pan is recommended to achieve a good sear and for oven braising.
  • Work in batches when searing the cabbage to avoid overcrowding the pan, ensuring even browning.
  • White miso paste provides a delicate umami flavor; avoid substituting with darker miso unless desired.
  • Sake adds subtle sweetness; if unavailable, a light dry white wine can be used as a substitute.
  • Adjust salt carefully, as miso paste already contains sodium.
  • This dish pairs well with rice or as a side to grilled meats or tofu.
  • Author: ELLA
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Japanese
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Find it online: https://ellarecipe.com/miso-braised-cabbage-recipe/