JOHN KERNICK
Sometimes the best dishes are the simplest ones. Sautéed cabbage is simultaneously crisp and tender; making it with cumin and turmeric gives it terrific Indian-inflected flavor. Slideshow: More Cabbage Recipes
How to Make It
Step
In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over moderate heat. Stir in the cumin seeds and cook until they are fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the shredded cabbage, turmeric and kosher salt and cook, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is softened and browned in spots, 15 to 20 minutes. Serve hot.
Make Ahead
The cabbage can be refrigerated for 2 days. Reheat gently before serving.
Serve With
Brown rice, yogurt and chutney, or with roast chicken.