Cabbage Bacon
Elevate your side dish game with this irresistibly savory Cabbage Bacon recipe! Featuring tender sautéed cabbage infused with the smoky richness of crispy bacon, this dish is enhanced by caramelized onions, fragrant garlic, and a touch of paprika for a subtle spice kick. The perfect balance of buttery indulgence and rustic charm, this recipe comes together in just 35 minutes, making it an ideal addition to any weeknight dinner or holiday spread. Finished with optional red pepper flakes for a hint of heat and fresh parsley for a burst of color, Cabbage Bacon is as versatile as it is flavorful—serve it alongside roasted meats, or enjoy it as a hearty, low-carb main course. With its simple ingredients and soul-warming taste, this one-pan wonder is sure to be a family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 slices bacon
- 1 medium head green cabbage
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons paprika
- 0.25 teaspoons red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
In a large skillet or frying pan, cook the bacon slices over medium heat until crispy, about 7-8 minutes. Remove the bacon and set it aside on a plate lined with paper towels. Reserve 2 tablespoons of bacon grease in the pan, and carefully discard the rest if there is excess.
While the bacon cooks, prepare the vegetables. Chop the cabbage into bite-sized pieces, slice the onion thinly, and mince the garlic.
In the same pan with the reserved bacon grease, add the butter and melt over medium heat. Toss in the sliced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, until they become soft and translucent.
Add the minced garlic to the pan and cook for about 30 seconds, stirring frequently to avoid burning.
Add the chopped cabbage to the pan. Stir well to coat it in the butter and bacon grease. Cover with a lid and let it cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is tender and slightly caramelized.
Season the cabbage with salt, black pepper, paprika, and red pepper flakes, if using. Stir to evenly distribute the spices.
Chop the cooked bacon into bite-sized pieces and return it to the pan. Stir it into the cabbage mixture and cook for another 1-2 minutes to warm the bacon through.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired, and serve warm as a side dish or light main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
169 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.1 g | 13% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.3 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 27 mg | 9% | |
| Sodium | 760 mg | 33% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.4 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.8 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.6 g | ||
| Protein | 6.5 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 108 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 502 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
