Looking for a delicious and nutritious side-dish to serve the family? Look no further than this zapekanka from colorful cabbage! Zapekanka is a traditional Russian dish that’s easy to make and full of flavor. It’s also a great way to get your family to eat their vegetables.
Ingredients
- 1 head of red cabbage, cored and coarsely chopped
- 1 head of yellow cabbage, cored and coarsely chopped
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350F/175C.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium-high heat. Add the onions and cook until they are tender and golden, about 5 minutes. Add the cabbages and cook, stirring occasionally, until they are softened, about 10 minutes.
- Add the sugar, salt, and pepper, and cook for another 5 minutes.
- Sprinkle the flour over the cabbage mixture and stir until all the ingredients are combined. Add the sour cream and stir until the mixture is thick and creamy. Pour the cabbage mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Sprinkle the Parmesan cheese over the top of the cabbage mixture.
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
- Serve hot.
Nutrition Information
Per serving (6 servings): 172 calories; 11.7 g fat; 11.2 g carbohydrates; 7.3 g protein; 2.3 g fiber.
Serving Suggestions
Zapekanka is a great side-dish to serve with roasted chicken or pork. It also pairs nicely with a green salad. For a vegetarian meal, serve the zapekanka with some steamed vegetables, such as broccoli or asparagus.
This zapekanka from colorful cabbage is a delicious and nutritious dish that’s easy to make and sure to please the whole family. Enjoy!
