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Charred Cabbage With Creamy Spicy Garlic Sauce

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Smoky, tender cabbage wedges with caramelized edges served over a creamy, spicy garlic sauce and topped with crunchy peanuts and pickled onions. A bold, flavor-packed side or light vegetarian meal ready in under 30 minutes.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Modern
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 1 pointed cabbage (about 900 g to 1.1 kg)
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (or 1/2 to 1 teaspoon chili flakes, to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon fine salt (plus more to taste)
  • 1 to 2 teaspoons vinegar (apple cider or white wine vinegar)
  • 4 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 4 tablespoons Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce (adjust to taste)
  • 2 to 3 garlic cloves, minced or grated
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika (plus more to taste)
  • 1/4 teaspoon fine salt (plus more to taste)
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley (plus more for garnish)
  • 3 tablespoons roasted peanuts, roughly chopped
  • 1/2 cup pickled red cabbage or pickled onions

Instructions

  1. Remove any tough outer leaves from the cabbage. Cut into 4 wedges through the core to keep them intact.
  2. Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add 2 tablespoons olive oil and place 2 cabbage wedges cut-side down. Cook for 2 minutes.
  3. Add 1 tablespoon butter and cook 2 more minutes, pressing lightly for even contact until golden and charred.
  4. Flip the wedges and cook the other cut side for 3–4 minutes, adding more oil if needed. Transfer to a plate. Repeat with the remaining wedges and remaining oil and butter.
  5. Sprinkle wedges with smoked paprika and salt. Drizzle with 1–2 teaspoons vinegar. Return to the pan for 2–3 minutes, flipping once to coat and deepen flavor.
  6. In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, sriracha, garlic, lemon juice, smoked paprika, salt, and parsley until smooth. Adjust to taste.
  7. Spread some sauce on a serving platter. Arrange the charred cabbage wedges on top. Add pickled onions or cabbage, drizzle with more sauce, and garnish with chopped peanuts and parsley.

Notes

  • Use a cast-iron or grill pan for the best char and flavor.
  • Keep the core intact to prevent cabbage wedges from falling apart.
  • For vegan version, use plant-based yogurt, mayo, and butter.
  • Sauce can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 5 days.
  • Serve as a main dish over grains with added chickpeas or tofu.

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