‘Superfood’ packed with fibre and vitamins costs 40p but is ‘overlooked’

If you’re on a quest to add more vegetables to your meals, this recipe might just make you fall in love with a certain leafy green. Cabbage, often “overlooked” despite its “impressive nutrient content,” is packed with vitamin C, fibre, and vitamin K, according to Healthline.

It’s also believed to support digestion and heart health among other benefits. But how can you elevate this humble vegetable from being just another bland addition to your plate?

Chef @melizcooks has a method that ensures cabbage is “packed full of flavour,” and it’s simple to follow.

This technique works with any type of cabbage except red, and it’s particularly useful for using up leftovers. She instructs: “Char it first in some olive oil, finely shredded until it looks like lovely, darkened, beautiful charred pieces.”

Then, she adds either 500ml of chicken or vegetable stock, a heaped teaspoon of dried mint, a good pinch of black pepper, and reduces it on the highest heat possible.

“Add a nob of butter in there, too, for a little bit of extra luxury, but it’s not necessary.”

The end result, as Meliz shows, is a delectable dish that’s “full of so much flavour.”

The home cook has shared her enthusiasm for the simple yet delightful dish, stating: “It’s so easy to make and is perfect with any kind of roast dinner, or any dinner really as a lovely vegetable side,” The recipe seems to have piqued people’s attention, prompting comments from fellow food enthusiasts.

One person highlighted the affordability of the ingredient, saying: “Plus a head of cabbage is only 40p in Tesco!! I think people avoid it as we got emotional damage from cabbage at school, but it’s a gorgeous vegetable!” Another added: “Butter is super necessary,” indicating the importance of this ingredient in enhancing the dish.

Brown University Health has also weighed in on the benefits of cabbage, noting: “Cabbage, like other cruciferous vegetables, is packed with vitamins and minerals that your body craves while remaining low in calories. Given its nutritional profile, it certainly qualifies as a superfood, but is often passed over for more trendy and fashionable items such as acai berries.”

So, if you’re looking for a nutritious and delicious superfood to add to your meals, cabbage might just be the underrated gem you need to try.