This braised red cabbage recipe from Andy Waters, which is lightly spiced with peppercorns and juniper, makes a rich and aromatic winter side dish – perfect to serve up with a sunday roast, or alongside confit duck legs.
To start the dish, add the sugar and vinegar to a large pan and bring to a simmer. Reduce the mixture to a thin syrup consistency, then add the onion and red cabbage
125ml of red wine vinegar
100g of brown sugar
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Sweat the cabbage for 15 minutes, then add the juniper berries, sage and peppercorns. Pour over the red wine and cook on a low heat until the cabbage is tender and the red wine is syrupy in consistency. Season with a little salt and serve
Andy Waters helped put the Midlands on the gastronomic map when he won a Michelin star in 2003 for Edmunds. The award came within six months of opening and the restaurant went on to be named restaurant of the year by Harden's Guide.