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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Prep Time
10minutes mins
Cook Time
20minutes mins
Total Time
30minutes mins
Course
Main, Side Dish
Cuisine
American, Southern
Servings
4
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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
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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.
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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.
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Serve hot, garnished with additional black pepper if desired.
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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.
Keyword
bacon, cabbage, easy side, Fried Cabbage