Southern Fried Cabbage
Savor the rich, soulful flavors of Southern Fried Cabbage, a classic comfort food that's bursting with smoky bacon, tender cabbage, and a medley of aromatic spices. This quick and easy skillet recipe combines crispy bacon, sautéed onions, and fragrant garlic with buttery cabbage, seasoned to perfection with paprika and a hint of red pepper flakes for a subtle kick. Perfect as a hearty side dish or a satisfying main served alongside cornbread or roasted meats, this Southern staple is ready in just 35 minutes and serves up to six. Whether you're hosting a family dinner or craving a taste of down-home cuisine, this one-pan wonder is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen — a must-try for fans of bold, comforting flavors!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large head green cabbage
- 6 slices bacon
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 2 large garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
Begin by preparing the cabbage. Remove the outer tough leaves, cut the head into quarters, and remove the core. Slice the cabbage into thin strips about 1/2 inch wide. Rinse and set aside.
Peel and chop the onion finely. Mince the garlic cloves.
In a large skillet or Dutch oven, cook the bacon slices over medium heat until they're crispy. Remove the bacon from the pan and place on paper towels to drain, leaving the bacon grease in the pan.
Add the chopped onion to the skillet with the bacon grease. Sauté the onion until it becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the minced garlic to the pan and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the sliced cabbage to the skillet. Stir to coat the cabbage in the onion, garlic, and bacon grease mixture.
Season the cabbage with salt, black pepper, paprika, and red pepper flakes. Stir well to combine and distribute the seasonings.
Include the tablespoons of butter in the pan, allowing it to melt and mix with the cabbage.
Crumble the cooked bacon and add it back into the skillet. Stir everything together and continue to cook for another 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is tender and slightly caramelized.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving. Enjoy your Southern Fried Cabbage as a savory side dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
588 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.6 g | 52% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.7 g | 94% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 113 mg | 38% | |
| Sodium | 3382 mg | 147% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 36.8 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.7 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.0 g | ||
| Protein | 23.4 g | 47% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 200 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 3.1 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 1089 mg | 23% | |
*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.
