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Finished dish of easy fried cabbage, golden and sautéed, in a white bowl.

Easy Southern Fried Cabbage with Bacon


  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: N/A

Description

This easy fried cabbage recipe combines tender cabbage with crispy bacon for a comforting one-pan meal. Perfect as a side dish or a main course, it’s budget-friendly and full of flavor.


Ingredients

Scale

1 medium head green cabbage, chopped

6 slices bacon, chopped

1 medium onion, sliced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika

1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

1/4 cup chicken broth


Instructions

Cook the Bacon: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the chopped bacon until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the bacon and set aside, leaving the drippings in the skillet.

Sauté the Onion: In the same skillet, add the sliced onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Add Garlic and Cabbage: Stir in the minced garlic and chopped cabbage. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 10 minutes, or until the cabbage is tender.

Season the Cabbage: Add the salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, apple cider vinegar, and chicken broth. Stir well to combine and cook for an additional 5 minutes.

Finish with Bacon: Return the cooked bacon to the skillet and mix well. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until heated through.

Notes

For a vegetarian option, omit the bacon and use olive oil instead. You can also add other vegetables like bell peppers or carrots for added flavor and nutrition.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Southern

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 16g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 14g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg

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