Instant Pot Cabbage with Sausage or Pepperoni
Ingredients
- 1 Tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
- 12 ozs nitrate-free uncured pepperoni or sausage
sliced
- 1 large green cabbage
- 1 large onion
- 4 cloves garlic
minced
- 1/4 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup marinara sauce
- to tastesea salt and ground black pepper
- chopped fresh parsley
to garnish
Directions
- 1
Roughly chop the cabbage into 1-inch pieces.
- 2
Dice your onion.
- 3
Set your Instant Pot to Saute mode.
- 4
Add the oil and pepperoni/sausage and saute until it starts to lightly brown.
- 5
Add your chopped cabbage, onion, and garlic to the Instant Pot. Sauté for about 5 minutes. Stir often with a wooden spoon.
- 6
Pour in the broth and the marinara sauce, then using the same wooden spoon scrape the brown bits from the bottom of the pot.
- 7
Set the lid on and secure the valve.
- 8
Turn the Instant Pot to High Pressure for 1 minute.
- 9
Once the timer is done, manually release the pressure.
- 10
Carefully open the lid and season your cabbage with sea salt and pepper if desired.
- 11
Sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley.
- 12
Serve hot.
- 13
Enjoy!
Instant Pot Cabbage with Sausage or Pepperoni
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About this Recipe
Looking for a hearty, one-pot meal that practically cooks itself? This Instant Pot Cabbage with Sausage or Pepperoni delivers big, savory flavors with minimal effort, making weeknight dinners a breeze.
The Instant Pot truly shines here, transforming humble green cabbage into a tender, flavorful base while infusing every bite with the robust, savory notes of pepperoni or sausage. Using nitrate-free uncured meat also contributes to a cleaner, more wholesome dish, setting it apart from typical comfort food.
You can expect a deeply satisfying and aromatic experience. The cabbage becomes wonderfully tender, absorbing the rich flavors of the marinara sauce, broth, and aromatic onion and garlic. The pepperoni or sausage adds a peppery, umami counterpoint that makes each spoonful exciting. It’s a comforting, full-flavored dish that feels both wholesome and indulgent, perfect for warming you up on a chilly evening.
Feel free to adjust the type of meat to your preference, easily swapping between savory sausage or the spicy kick of pepperoni. You can also use either chicken or vegetable broth, depending on what you have on hand or to tailor the flavor profile. A generous sprinkle of fresh parsley is a must for a bright, herbaceous finish.
This comforting dish is ideal for a satisfying family dinner. Serve it as a stand-alone main course, garnished with plenty of chopped fresh parsley to elevate its vibrant appeal.