Jersey Cabbage and Apple Strudel with Black Butter Glaze

A savory-sweet strudel filled with shredded Jersey cabbage, tart apples, and warm spices, finished with a decadent black butter glaze. Showcases local Jersey produce for a true taste of the island.

Prep Time

25 minutes

Total Time

65 minutes

Calories

395 kcal

Difficulty

Medium

Equipment

3 items

Cost

£0.99/serving

Season:

🌸 Spring•☀️ Summer•🍂 Autumn•❄️ Winter

Meal Type:

Dessert

Cuisine:

Jersey

Ingredients

Servings

1small headJersey Cabbage(Finely shredded)

£1.20

2mediumTart Apples(Peeled, cored, and thinly sliced (e.g., Bramley, Cox))

£0.80

2mediumJersey Royal Potatoes(Cooked, peeled and diced)

£0.60

0.5mediumOnion(Finely chopped)

£0.15

6tablespoonsUnsalted Jersey Butter(Divided: 4 tbsp for filling, 2 tbsp for glaze)

£0.75

2tablespoonsBrown Sugar(Packed)

£0.05

0.5teaspoonGround Cinnamon

£0.02

0.3teaspoonGround Nutmeg

£0.03

0.3teaspoonAllspice

£0.02

0.3teaspoonSalt(Or to taste)

£0.75

0.3teaspoonBlack Pepper(Freshly ground, or to taste)

£0.02

6sheetsReady-made Filo Pastry(Thawed if frozen)

£1.50

2tablespoonsJersey Milk(For brushing)

£0.05

1tablespoonPlain Flour

£0.01

1tablespoonWater(Cold)

Total Cost

£5.95

£0.99 per serving

Instructions

1.
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2.
In a large skillet, melt 4 tablespoons of Jersey butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the shredded cabbage and cook, stirring occasionally, until it begins to soften, about 8 minutes.
3.
Add the sliced apples, diced Jersey Royal potatoes, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the apples are slightly softened but still hold their shape, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
4.
In a small bowl, mix the flour with cold water to make a slurry. Set aside.
5.
Lay one sheet of filo pastry on a clean, flat surface. Brush lightly with melted Jersey butter. Repeat with the next two sheets, stacking them on top of each other. Make sure to brush butter between each layer.
6.
Spoon the cabbage and apple filling evenly over the pastry, leaving a 1-inch border on all sides. Spread the filling to be the shape and length of the final strudel.
7.
Carefully lift one side of the filo dough and begin to roll it over the filling to create a long cigar shape. Brush the edges of the pastry with the flour/water slurry to help seal the strudel together.
8.
Gently transfer the strudel to the prepared baking sheet, seam-side down. Brush the top with Jersey milk.
9.
Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and crispy.
10.
While the strudel is baking, prepare the black butter glaze. In a small saucepan, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of Jersey butter over medium heat. Continue cooking, swirling the pan constantly, until the butter turns a deep amber-brown color and has a nutty aroma. Be careful not to burn it! Remove from heat immediately.
11.
Let the strudel cool slightly before slicing. Drizzle generously with the black butter glaze and serve immediately.

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (200g)

395 kcal / 1653 kJ

Carbs

39g

15% of RDA

Fat

25g

36% of RDA

Protein

12% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

5 g

17% of RDA

Sugar

15 g

17% of RDA

Sodium

220 mg

10% of RDA

Saturated Fat

15 g

75% of RDA

Chef's Tips

To prevent the filo pastry from drying out, keep it covered with a damp towel while you're working with it.

For a richer flavor, add a handful of toasted walnuts or pecans to the filling.

Serve with a dollop of Jersey cream or crème fraîche for extra indulgence.

The strudel can be made ahead of time and reheated. Reheat in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes, or until warmed through.

Cooking Equipment

Oven

Large skillet

Baking sheet

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Chef's Tips

To prevent the filo pastry from drying out, keep it covered with a damp towel while you're working with it.

For a richer flavor, add a handful of toasted walnuts or pecans to the filling.

Serve with a dollop of Jersey cream or crème fraîche for extra indulgence.

The strudel can be made ahead of time and reheated. Reheat in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes, or until warmed through.

Jersey Cabbage and Apple Strudel with Black Butter Glaze

Ingredients

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