Description
Easy Fried Cabbage is a delightful and budget-friendly dish that brings comfort and flavor to your table. In just about 30 minutes, you can whip up this one-pan meal that features tender sautéed cabbage, aromatic onions, and a savory alternative to chicken bacon for a tasty experience. Perfect as a side or main dish, this recipe is highly customizable with your favorite spices and vegetables, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Whether served alongside grilled chicken or over rice, this Easy Fried Cabbage will surely impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium head cabbage (cored and chopped)
- 1 onion (finely sliced)
- 5 cloves garlic (minced)
- Turkey bacon or beef bacon (or your preferred alternative)
- 1 teaspoon Kosher salt (or to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper (or to taste)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Chopped green onion for garnish
Instructions
- In a large cast iron skillet or non-stick deep pan over medium-high heat, cook chopped turkey or beef bacon until crispy. Set aside.
- Discard excess grease, leaving about 2-3 tablespoons in the pan. Sauté sliced onions for 2-3 minutes until soft.
- Add chopped cabbage, pepper, oregano, and smoked paprika. Toss together and cook until tender yet slightly crispy (about 7-10 minutes).
- Mix in minced garlic, reserved bacon, and salt; cook for another 3-4 minutes until well combined.
- Serve immediately while hot, garnished with chopped green onions if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg