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Air Fryer Cabbage Wedges

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Green cabbage cut into wedges and air fried at high heat until the outer leaves are caramelized and charred at the edges, with tender inner layers. A simple weeknight side dish that transforms an underrated vegetable into something genuinely delicious.

Ingredients

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  • 1 small head of green cabbage (about 2 lbs)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 tsp caraway seeds (optional)
  • Lemon wedges, for serving

Instructions

  1. Cut the cabbage through the stem end into 4 to 6 wedges, keeping the core attached to each wedge so the layers hold together.
  2. Brush or rub both cut surfaces of each wedge with olive oil. Season generously with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika, working the seasoning into the layers as well as the outer surface.
  3. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F. Place wedges cut-side down in the basket without major overlapping.
  4. Air fry at 400°F for 6 minutes, then flip each wedge and cook for another 6 minutes, until the outer leaves are charred in spots and the inner layers are tender when pierced with a knife.
  5. Squeeze fresh lemon over the wedges before serving.

Notes

Keep the core intact on each wedge — it holds the layers together during cooking. If you remove it, the wedge will fall apart.

For Asian-style glazed cabbage, brush with a mixture of 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tsp rice vinegar, and 1 tsp honey. Finish with sesame seeds and sliced green onion.

For garlic parmesan, brush the cooked cut surface with garlic butter after the first flip, then top with grated Parmesan in the last 2 minutes.

Red cabbage works equally well but takes 1–2 extra minutes. Add a splash of apple cider vinegar after cooking to brighten the color.

If wedges are still firm after 12 minutes, they may be too thick. Aim for about 1.5 inches at the thickest point and add 3–5 minute increments as needed.

Find it online: https://airfrycentral.com/air-fryer-cabbage-caramelized-wedges-done-in-12-minutes/