Vegetarian Southern Fried Cabbage
Transform your mealtime with the bold flavors of Vegetarian Southern Fried Cabbage, a plant-based twist on a classic Southern comfort dish. This savory recipe combines tender strips of green cabbage with sweet carrots, caramelized onions, and smoky spices like paprika and cayenne pepper, all sautéed to perfection in olive oil. A splash of apple cider vinegar adds a tangy brightness, while vegetable broth ensures the cabbage stays moist and flavorful as it cooks down. Finished with fresh parsley, this quick and easy dish is perfect as a hearty side or paired with cornbread for an authentic Southern-style experience. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s the ideal vegetarian option for anyone craving wholesome, down-home cooking with a hint of spice.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium head Green cabbage
- 1 large Yellow onion
- 3 large Garlic cloves
- 2 medium Carrots
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoons Cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.5 cups Vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Chopped parsley
Instructions
Slice the cabbage into thin strips and set aside. Peel and finely slice the onion, mince the garlic, and thinly slice the carrots.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or cast-iron pan over medium heat.
Add the sliced onion and carrots to the skillet and sauté for 5 minutes, until the onion is soft and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper. Cook for another minute, stirring constantly, to toast the spices and release their aroma.
Add the cabbage to the skillet, stirring to combine with the sautéed vegetables and seasonings.
Sprinkle the salt and black pepper over the cabbage, then pour the vegetable broth into the skillet.
Cover the skillet and let the cabbage steam for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it begins to soften.
Remove the lid and continue cooking for another 8-10 minutes, allowing the liquid to evaporate and the cabbage to caramelize slightly on the edges.
Drizzle the apple cider vinegar over the cabbage and toss well to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving. Serve hot as a side dish or pair it with cornbread for a full Southern-style meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
668 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.4 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.0 g | 35% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2809 mg | 122% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 63.1 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.5 g | 66% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.8 g | ||
| Protein | 11.4 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 282 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 4.8 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 1647 mg | 35% | |
*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.
