How to cook cabbage

There are many ways to cook cabbage, here are a few popular methods:

1. Boiling: Cut the cabbage into wedges and boil in a large pot of salted water for about 8-10 minutes, or until tender. Drain and serve.

2. Steaming: Cut the cabbage into wedges and place in a steamer basket over boiling water. Steam for about 8-10 minutes, or until tender. Serve with butter or a vinaigrette.

3. Sautéing: Cut the cabbage into thin slices and sauté in a pan with butter or oil over medium-high heat for about 5-7 minutes, or until tender. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

4. Roasting: Cut the cabbage into wedges and toss with olive oil, salt and pepper. Roast in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 25-30 minutes, or until tender and slightly charred.

5. Fermenting: Cut the cabbage into thin slices or shreds and add to a jar with salt and any desired spices. Leave to ferment at room temperature for a few days, or until the desired level of fermentation is reached.

6. Stir-Fry: Cut the cabbage into thin slices and stir fry with your choice of meat and vegetables in a wok or pan, with some oil and sauces.

Note: Cooking times may vary depending on the size and thickness of your cabbage wedges or slices.

When it's in season you can buy cabbage online with Fresh Farm Deliveries. We deliver to Halifax, Todmorden, Littleborough, Hebden Bridge, Haworth and surrounding areas (BD13-23, HX and OL14-15 postcodes).