Description
This Fried Cabbage recipe is a hearty and flavorful dish that combines the sweetness of cabbage with the savory goodness of bacon. Easy to make and perfect as a side dish or a main meal.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 head green cabbage, chopped
- 1 pound bacon
- 1 yellow onion, large, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Seasonings
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
Additional
- 1/4 cup beef broth OR broth of choice
Instructions
- Chop Bacon: Cut bacon into 1-inch pieces and fry in a large pan over medium heat for about 5 minutes.
- Saute Onion & Garlic: Add onion, garlic, salt, and pepper to the bacon. Saute until browned, stirring regularly, for 5-10 minutes over medium heat.
- Add Cabbage: Slowly incorporate the chopped cabbage into the pan, stirring constantly.
- Cook: Pour in the broth and cook for 10-15 minutes until the cabbage softens and reaches the desired texture.
- Season: Remove from heat and season with more salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
- Recipe Variations:
- Use purple cabbage instead of green cabbage
- Try Vidalia onion for a sweeter flavor
- Experiment with flavored bacon from the deli
- Opt for chicken or vegetable broth instead of beef broth
- Substitute beer like Guinness for a unique twist
- Add a kick with cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes
- Enhance with caraway seeds for an Irish touch
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice for a citrusy kick
- Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese before serving
- Storing & Reheating:
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week
- To reheat, transfer to a pan and cook over medium heat until warmed through
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
