Fried Cabbage with Bacon, Onion, Garlic Recipe
Whip up this easy fried cabbage with bacon, onion, and garlic in just 30 minutes! Perfect for beginners, this savory Southern side is smoky, flavorful, and budget-friendly. With simple ingredients, you’ll create a comforting dish that pairs beautifully with any meal. Ideal for cozy weeknight dinners!
Ingredients
- 1 medium head cabbage (about 2 lbs), chopped
- 6 slices thick-cut bacon, diced
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes optional
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp sugar
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced bacon and cook until crispy, about 6–8 minutes. Remove bacon, leaving grease.
- Add diced onion to the skillet. Cook until soft, about 4 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add chopped cabbage and chicken broth. Cover and cook for 5 minutes.
- Uncover, stir in salt, pepper, paprika, red pepper flakes, sugar, and vinegar. Cook 8–10 minutes until tender.
- Stir in butter and bacon. Serve your fried cabbage with bacon, onion, and garlic hot.
Notes
For the best fried cabbage with bacon, onion, and garlic, use fresh cabbage for crisp texture. Variation: Swap bacon for kielbasa for a heartier twist.
Nutrition:
- Calories: 220 kcal per serving
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Protein: 7g
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fiber: 4g
- Sugar: 6g