Creamy fried cabbage, a favourite side dish with the added benefit of using three pre-biotic vegetables, cabbage, onion and garlic, which provide soluble fibre to the small intestine and support digestion.
Soluble fibre is an essential part of a healthy diet, offering a range of benefits for overall well-being. It dissolves in water to form a gel-like substance, which helps slow digestion and keeps you feeling fuller for longer. This can aid in weight management and help control appetite. Soluble fibre also plays a key role in lowering cholesterol levels by binding to cholesterol particles and removing them from the body. Additionally, it helps regulate blood sugar levels, making it particularly beneficial for people with diabetes. Found in foods like oats, apples, beans, and citrus fruits, soluble fibre also supports gut health by feeding beneficial gut bacteria, contributing to a stronger immune system and better digestion.
Leftovers are delicious with breakfast eggs. Drop the cream if you’re lactose intolerant. This dish is low-carb and keto friendly.
Ingredients
1/4 cabbage with the stalk cut out and sliced into thin strips, then cut in half again
1 onion, red or brown, chopped
large garlic clove or 3 small ones crushed in pestle and mortar
4 tablespoons coconut oil
1/4 cup cream or more
Salt and black pepper
Method to make fried cabbage
Heat the coconut oil in a large pan.
Add the onion the turn down the heat and let it cook down until it is sweet and transparent, stirring now and again.
Add the garlic, stirring and let the flavour develop for 5 minutes.
Turn up the heat and add cabbage.
Toss the cabbage around with the onion and garlic stirring continuously until the cabbage is wilted but still crisp.
Stir in the cream and simmer for about 7 minutes to reduce the cream.
Season and serve right away.