Bold & Buttery Cabbage Boil You’ll Crave Again
This isn’t your grandma’s boiled cabbage. Wrapped in foil and roasted low and slow, the Cabbage Boil comes out buttery, tender, and bursting with bold seafood boil flavor. No water, no mush — just pure roasted goodness in every bite.
Ingredients List
For the Bold & Buttery Cabbage Boil:
- 1 large head of cabbage
- 2–3 tbsp olive oil
- 1–2 tbsp seafood boil seasoning (like Kinder’s)
- 1–2 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- 2–3 tbsp butter (salted or unsalted)
- Heavy-duty foil, for wrapping
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prep the Cabbage
- Trim off outer leaves.
- Cut a shallow circle at the top, and carve out the core without piercing the bottom.
2. Make It Sauce-Ready
- Poke deep holes all over the cabbage to help the seasoning and butter soak through.
3. Season Like a Pro
- Pat dry, drizzle with olive oil.
- Coat with seafood boil seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper.
4. Add the Butter Love
- Stuff the hollowed center with 2–3 tablespoons of butter for rich, melty flavor.
5. Wrap and Roast
- Wrap tightly in foil, place on a baking tray, and roast at 385°F for 2 hours.
6. Unwrap and Serve
- Carefully open the foil, slice into wedges.
- Serve warm with all that buttery, seasoned goodness.
Pro Tips & Suggestions
- Make it a Meal: Add sausage links or smoked turkey in the foil to turn this into a one-pan, protein-packed dinner.
- Pair Like a Pro: Serve with cornbread, rice, or fried fish for a full Southern comfort food spread.
- Dial Up the Heat: Sprinkle in cayenne or crushed red pepper for extra kick if you like it spicy.
- Don’t Skip the Foil: Wrapping it tight locks in all that buttery, seasoned steam for perfectly tender cabbage.
About the Creator
This recipe is by Island Vibe Cooking, the creative force behind viral comfort food classics with bold Caribbean flavor. Known for her down-to-earth approach and rich, soulful recipes, she turns everyday ingredients into crave-worthy dishes that feel like home.
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