Mini Bavarian "sauerbraten" Meatballs Recipe
with braised red cabbage
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Ingredients
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Meatballs
Braised Red Cabbage
Method
Meatballs
- 1
Prepare the Meatball Mixture
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, egg, salt, black pepper, Dijon mustard, and fresh parsley. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined.
- 2
Form the Meatballs
Using your hands, form the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter. Set the meatballs aside on a plate.
- 3
Cook the Meatballs
In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the meatballs in batches, cooking until browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes. Transfer the cooked meatballs to a plate and keep warm.
Braised Red Cabbage
- 4
- 5
Add the Flavorings
Stir in the apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, salt, black pepper, and caraway seeds. Mix well and bring to a simmer.
- 6
Braised Cabbage Cooking
Cover the skillet and reduce the heat to low. Let the cabbage cook for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is tender and the flavors have melded together.
