Danish Red Cabbage Recipe Aka R Dk L Only 5 Ingredients

If your taste buds are craving something a little more exotic; something with beautiful color and a sweet and sour flavor, well, you’ve come to the right blog post. Danish Red Cabbage, or Rødkål, is a great side dish for the Frikadeller or any other Danish recipe really. It is roughly pronounced “roeth kohl”. It is a fun, bright side-dish that tastes similar to sauerkraut but a little sweeter. You can also serve this with smoked sausage, bratwurst, pork chops, or pork roast.

Ingredients to Make Danish Red Cabbage

This easy recipe only uses 5 simple ingredients. It is one of the easiest red cabbage recipes you can make. You can always add some apple slices, sliced onion, or spices (garlic, cloves, a bay leaf, a dash of cinnamon or nutmeg) but we like to keep it simple and just use these basic ingredients:

Red cabbage (aka purple cabbage) Granulated sugar White vinegar or apple cider vinegar Salt Water

A Taste of Family History

Although you are certainly not required to have Danish ancestry to enjoy this delicious dish, knowing this is a food some of your ancestors enjoyed certainly makes it feel more authentic. One reader commented that they’ve always enjoyed Red Danish Cabbage, along with other Danish foods, as traditional Christmas Eve fare. Exposing your family to food from another country and culture can be an excellent way to broaden their horizons and pique their interest in learning even more.

Tips for Making Red Cabbage

Don’t rush the process. It takes at least an hour for the cabbage to become perfectly tender and cooked through. Store leftovers in an airtight container and keep in the fridge for up to 5 days. Freezing is not recommended as it may alter the texture of the cabbage when thawed. Serve cold leftovers over burgers, hot dogs, tacos, sandwiches, or salads.

More Traditional Danish Dishes To Try

If you’re interested in making this Danish Red Cabbage into a full meal, pair it with the Frikadeller mentioned above. Then, add some Danish Caramelized Brown Potatoes on the side with Danish Rice Pudding for dessert. Or go a completely different direction with Danish Goulash, a thick and hearty Danish-style stew. You will feel like you’ve taken a trip to Denmark without ever leaving home. Read Next: 33+ Easy Dinner Ideas for Busy Weeknights