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Fried Cabbage with Bacon

Nettie
Smoky fried cabbage with bacon, onions, and garlic cooked in one skillet with a splash of vinegar for tang. A quick and cozy Southern side dish!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 160 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • 6 slices bacon thick-cut chopped
  • 1 medium head green cabbage cored and chopped
  • 1 large onion sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 Tbsp apple cider vinegar or balsamic for a sweeter twist6 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped
  • 2 Tbsp sugar
  • ½ tsp salt or to taste
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ¼ tsp red pepper flakes optional
  • ½ tsp salt or to taste
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ¼ tsp red pepper flakes optional

Instructions
 

  • Start by frying 6 slices of chopped thick-cut bacon in a large skillet until crisp. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and set it aside, but leave about 2 tablespoons of drippings in the pan.
  • Toss in the chopped cabbage, then season with sugar, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Stir often and cook for 10–12 minutes, until the cabbage is tender but not mushy.
  • Add the sliced onion to the skillet and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
  • Stir in 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar (or balsamic for a richer flavor) -optional. and return the crispy bacon to the skillet. Mix everything well and adjust seasoning to taste.
  • Dish it up warm with extra bacon sprinkled on top if you’d like.

Notes

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  • Vinegar swaps: Apple cider vinegar for tang or balsamic for sweetness.
  • Make it a meal: Stir in smoked sausage or diced ham.
  • Storage: Keeps in the fridge up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a skillet.
  • Color twist: Use red cabbage for a vibrant dish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 160kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 5gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.03gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 565mgPotassium: 355mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 208IUVitamin C: 58mgCalcium: 73mgIron: 1mg
Keyword fried cabbage with bacon, skillet cabbage recipe, southern cabbage recipe
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