Fried Cabbage with Bacon
This Southern-style fried cabbage with bacon is comfort food at its finest. Smoky, savory, and just a bit crispy, it makes the perfect side dish or light main for any cozy evening.
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Ingredients
- 6 slices bacon chopped
- 1 medium head of cabbage cored and sliced
- 1 onion thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil optional
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar optional
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the chopped bacon until crispy. Remove the bacon from the skillet and set aside, leaving the bacon grease in the pan.
- Add the sliced onion to the skillet and sauté until translucent, about 3–4 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add the sliced cabbage to the skillet, stirring to coat it in the bacon grease. Cook for about 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is tender and slightly browned.
- Season with salt and pepper. For added richness, stir in olive oil. For a tangy note, add apple cider vinegar.
- Return the crispy bacon to the skillet and stir to combine.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional black pepper if desired.
Notes
For added heat, toss in a pinch of red pepper flakes with the garlic. You can also swap the bacon for turkey bacon or smoked sausage for a twist on the classic.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 176kcalCarbohydrates: 16.8gProtein: 9gFat: 9.5gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 11mgSodium: 313mgFiber: 5.8gSugar: 8g
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