3 Easy Fermented Cabbage Recipes You Can Make at Home for Gut Health
If you've ever been curious about fermented foods (or sauerkraut) for your gut health but didn't know where to start, cabbage is honestly one of the easiest (and most forgiving) ingredients to begin with.
These 3 easy fermented cabbage recipes-Carrot Kraut, German Rotkohl, and Traditional Red Cabbage Sauerkraut-are simple, homemade recipes you can make right in your kitchen with basic ingredients. They're tangy, flavorful, and packed with that naturally fermented goodness people love for gut-friendly eating.
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Here I'm sharing the naturally fermented cabbage recipe that I used to make vegetables more interesting and long-lasting. I love making nourishing recipes like this fermented sauerkraut, and if you are into more healthy side dish ideas, fermented cabbage is the best way to start.
Save the following recipes, and I'd love to know how it goes!
Carrot Kraut (Fermented Cabbage and Carrot Slaw)
This Carrot Kraut is a simple, naturally fermented slaw made with just cabbage, carrots, and salt. It turns into a slightly sweet, tangy, and refreshing kraut that adds a nice touch to almost anything: spoon it over eggs, potatoes or put it into grilled cheese. It's also one of those easy, healthy recipes where time does all the work for you.
And if you want to try something other than this kraut, this dill pickle sauerkraut is a must-try!
German Rotkohl (Braised Red Cabbage with Apple)
I grew up with German Rotkohl (braised red cabbage with apple) on the table, and it's a great example of a peasant dish that we all still make, because it goes so well with any type of meat you're serving.
Traditional Red Cabbage Sauerkraut (Rotkraut, Naturally Fermented)
What I love most about traditional red cabbage sauerkraut (traditionally called "rotkraut") is how simple and satisfying it is. There's no cooking, no fancy equipment, and most of the process is completely hands-off.
