This hearty and flavorful recipe for Cabbage with Polish Sausage is a comforting one-pot dish that's perfect for weeknight dinners or satisfying family meals. Featuring smoky, savory kielbasa paired with tender green cabbage, sweet carrots, and caramelized onions, this dish is simmered to perfection in a savory broth seasoned with paprika and garlic. Quick to prepare, with just 15 minutes of prep and a 25-minute cook time, itβs an easy and budget-friendly dinner idea that doesn't skimp on flavor. Serve it as a standalone main dish or pair it with crusty bread or tender boiled potatoes for a complete, comforting Polish-inspired meal. Don't forget a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a vibrant finish!
Slice the Polish sausage into 1/2-inch thick rounds.
Cut the cabbage into quarters, remove the core, and chop into 1-inch pieces. Peel and slice the onion thinly. Peel and slice the carrots into thin rounds. Mince the garlic cloves.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the Polish sausage slices and cook for about 4-5 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned. Remove the sausage and set it aside.
In the same skillet, melt the butter and add the onion slices. Cook for 3-4 minutes until softened and lightly caramelized.
Add the garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
Stir in the chopped cabbage and carrot slices. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage begins to soften.
Pour in the chicken broth and season with salt, black pepper, and paprika. Mix well, then cover the skillet with a lid and let it simmer for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage and carrots are tender.
Return the browned Polish sausage to the skillet. Mix well and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the sausage is warmed through.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. If desired, garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
Serve hot as a main dish alongside crusty bread or boiled potatoes.
Calories |
1971 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 164.0 g | 210% | |
| Saturated Fat | 60.0 g | 300% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 279 mg | 93% | |
| Sodium | 5671 mg | 247% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 61.3 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.6 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.8 g | ||
| Protein | 59.5 g | 119% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 361 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 7.4 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 2404 mg | 51% | |
*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.