This mouthwatering Cabbage with Ribs recipe is a life-changer! Delicious cabbage stewed, and then baked to perfection with tender and succulent ribs.
Sautéed cabbage is one of the most loved recipes in my family. I usually cook it with chicken, but recently, my mother-in-law came to visit us from Bulgaria. When she cooked this Cabbage with Ribs, we all fell in love with it instantly. This is hands down, the tastiest dish I have eaten this year!
It takes a little time to cook this yumminess, but the wait is really worth it. First, the cabbage will be stewed with ribs on the stove, and then baked for an additional 20 minutes in the oven. The meat will be very soft and falling off the bone, and the cabbage will be full of flavor.
So, without further ado, I present to you CABBAGE WITH RIBS. Let's start cooking!
1. In a large pot, heat up the vegetable oil and sear the ribs on both sides. Season the ribs generously with salt and pepper and then remove them from the pot.
2. To the same pot, add the cabbage, and cook for about 15-20 minutes, until it shrinks down. You may have to add it gradually, allowing it to shrink more and more, if your pot is not big enough.
3. Add the tomato paste and paprika, and stir well. Place the ribs on top and add about 3 cups of water. (The water should completely cover the cabbage). Cover with a tight lid and cook for 1 ½ hours on low heat, stirring occasionally, until the meat becomes tender. Taste if the dish has enough salt and adjust, if needed.
4. Transfer the cabbage into a large baking dish or tray. You should have a little liquid remaining at this point. Bake at 450⁰F for about 15-20 minutes, until the liquid completely evaporates.
5. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve.
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Ingredients
- 1 large head of cabbage, sliced like for coleslaw
- 2 lbs pork ribs, cut into pieces
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 tbsp sweet, non-spicy paprika
- salt and pepper to taste
- fresh parsley, to garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat up the vegetable oil and sear the ribs on both sides. Season the ribs generously with salt and pepper and then remove them from the pot.
- To the same pot, add the cabbage, and cook for about 15-20 minutes, until it shrinks down. You may have to add it gradually, allowing it to shrink more and more, if your pot is not big enough.
- Add the tomato paste and paprika, and stir well. Place the ribs on top and add about 3 cups of water. (The water should completely cover the cabbage). Cover with a tight lid and cook for 1 ½ hours on low heat, stirring occasionally, until the meat becomes tender. Taste if the dish has enough salt and adjust, if needed.
- Transfer the cabbage into a large baking dish or tray. You should have a little liquid remaining at this point. Bake at 450⁰F for about 15-20 minutes, until the liquid completely evaporates.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve.
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Megan says
I made this once and it was great! Any chance you've done it in the slow cooker or instant pot? Looking for a way to do this on a weeknight!
Tania Sheff says
Hi Megan! I am glad you enjoyed the recipe. Unfortunately I don't own a slow cooker or instant pot, so I can't advise here.
Traci says
I only have smoked paprika at home, would this work or throw off the flavor too much?
Tania says
Hi Traci! Smoked paprika will work too. Happy cooking!
Donna says
This is my 2nd time making this. I want to say it’s delicious! I make mashed potatoes with it some thing about the cabbage in tomato I love it with the mashed potatoes 💗
Tania says
Thank you so much for sharing, Donna! I am glad you enjoyed it!
Mary says
Just wanted to ask if boneless Ribs would work.
Tania says
Hi Mary! Yes. Boneless ribs would work too. Thanks and happy cooking!
Laura says
I made this tonight and I’m amazed! Cabbage is soft and velvety and sweet. Meet is so tender. I followed the recipe almost to the T. I added garlic and a little white wine. The finished product looks just like yours! Yummy! This is firmly in the keeper pile. ❤️
Tania says
Wow! Comments like yours, keep me going, Laura! Thank you so much for your feedback!