Hot Fried Cabbage
Elevate your next side dish with this sizzling Hot Fried Cabbage recipe, a tantalizing mix of smoky, tangy, and savory flavors that’s guaranteed to impress! This easy-to-make dish combines tender strips of caramelized green cabbage with crispy bacon, sautéed onions, and aromatic garlic, spiced with a kick of red chili flakes and paprika. A splash of apple cider vinegar adds a zesty twist, while fresh green onions provide the perfect garnish for a burst of color and flavor. With just 15 minutes of prep and 20 minutes on the stove, this quick and flavorful dish is ideal as a hearty side or a satisfying standalone meal. Don’t miss out on this delightful way to bring big flavor to your table! Keywords: fried cabbage, bacon cabbage recipe, caramelized cabbage, quick side dish, smoky cabbage recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 head (about 2 lbs) green cabbage
- 6 slices bacon
- 1 medium onion
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 stalks green onions
Instructions
1. Prepare the cabbage by removing any damaged outer leaves. Cut the cabbage into quarters, remove the core, and slice it into thin strips.
2. Dice the onion and mince the garlic cloves. Set them aside.
3. Chop the bacon slices into small pieces.
4. Heat a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add the bacon and cook until crispy, about 5 minutes. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and set it aside. Leave the rendered bacon fat in the skillet.
5. Add the olive oil to the skillet, along with the diced onion. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.
6. Stir in the minced garlic, red chili flakes, and paprika. Cook for 30 seconds to release the aromatics.
7. Add the sliced cabbage to the skillet and toss to combine. Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage begins to wilt and develop slight caramelization.
8. Sprinkle salt, black pepper, and the reserved crispy bacon over the cabbage. Stir well to evenly distribute the seasoning and bacon.
9. Add the apple cider vinegar to the skillet, stirring to deglaze and infuse the cabbage with a tangy flavor. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
10. Remove the skillet from heat and garnish with chopped green onions.
11. Serve the hot fried cabbage immediately as a side dish or with your favorite protein.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
808 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 46.6 g | 60% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.5 g | 52% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 48 mg | 16% | |
| Sodium | 2164 mg | 94% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 76.1 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.3 g | 98% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.3 g | ||
| Protein | 31.8 g | 64% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 452 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 6.8 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 2239 mg | 48% | |
*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.
