Smoked Sausage Fried Cabbage
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this hearty and flavorful Smoked Sausage Fried Cabbage recipe! Featuring savory smoked sausage, tender caramelized cabbage, and a burst of aromatic garlic and onion, this one-pan dish is as comforting as it is easy to make. Seasoned with smoked paprika and just a hint of optional red pepper flakes, it strikes a perfect balance of smoky, slightly spicy, and utterly satisfying. With only 15 minutes of prep time and a quick sauté in your skillet, this meal comes together in under 30 minutes, making it ideal for busy nights. Serve it as a standalone dish or pair it with crusty bread or creamy mashed potatoes for an unforgettable dinner. Perfect for fans of quick-and-easy, low-carb meals, this recipe will quickly become a household favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces smoked sausage
- 1 medium head green cabbage
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 2 large garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 0.25 teaspoons red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
Slice the smoked sausage into 1/4-inch thick rounds. Set aside.
Core and chop the cabbage into bite-sized pieces. Peel and slice the onion thinly. Mince the garlic cloves.
Heat a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter.
Add the sliced smoked sausage to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until nicely browned. Remove the sausage from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining olive oil and butter. Once the butter has melted, add the sliced onion and garlic, and sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and slightly softened.
Add the chopped cabbage to the skillet. Stir to combine with the onion and garlic. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage begins to soften and caramelize.
Season the cabbage mixture with salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir well to distribute the spices.
Return the browned sausage to the skillet, folding it into the cabbage mixture. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the cabbage to reach your desired tenderness.
Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Optionally, garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Serve the smoked sausage fried cabbage immediately, either as a standalone main dish or paired with crusty bread or mashed potatoes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1638 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 140.2 g | 180% | |
| Saturated Fat | 47.9 g | 240% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 304 mg | 101% | |
| Sodium | 6319 mg | 275% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.3 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.9 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.4 g | ||
| Protein | 54.8 g | 110% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 269 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 8.3 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 1539 mg | 33% | |
*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.
