Fried Cabbage with Onions and Bacon

Fried cabbage does not get enough attention in my opinion. Although I remember as a kid the smell was the one thing that kept my siblings and I not really liking it. However, as I grew older, I learned to enjoy the smell because I absolutely fell in love with Southern Fried Cabbage. Especially when it includes bacon and onions.

This is one recipe from my youth that I felt no need to change at all. I am much luckier than my Mom was, my kids do not argue when I serve this dish. The flavor makes them happy, which makes me happy.

The cabbage is sauteed in bacon grease along with the onions. This gives an extended bacon flavor that coats everything, and who does not like bacon? This is a savory side dish, but you could also serve it as the main dish if you wanted.

You could also consider this a versatile recipe, however, it really should not be changed, it is perfect as is.

Can I leave the bacon out?

Well, leaving the bacon out would mean that you would have to use another type of fat to saute the vegetables in. It would also eliminate the savory aspect of the bacon. If you wanted, you could try a switch with Turkey bacon. I have never tried that myself, so I cannot say how well it works.

Can I keep the leftovers?

The leftover fried cabbage can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 4 days. You could also freeze this dish for up to 3 months.

What makes this such a special recipe?

It is super easy to make, it is a comforting food, and it has bacon in it! Bacon makes this such a great flavored dish.

Ingredients:

            1 head of Cabbage, medium, shredded

            1 yellow onion, diced

            ½ pound bacon, fried crispy, save the grease

            2 tsp Garlic, minced

            ½ tsp Garlic Powder

            ½ tsp Onion Powder

            ½ tsp salt

            ½ tsp Black Pepper

How to make Fried Cabbage with Onions and Bacon:

Step 1. In a skillet on medium high heat, fry the bacon. Once it is crispy, remove from the skillet and set on a paper towel to drain the excess grease.

Step 2. Save the bacon grease

Step 3. Transfer the bacon grease to a deep sided skillet or pot

Step 4. Add the diced onion until it is translucent

Step 5. Add the minced garlic to the pan and saute for about 30 seconds

Step 6. Reduce the heat to a low medium and add the cabbage to the pot

Step 7. Stir to combine the onions and cabbage, cover and simmer until the cabbage has softened

Step 8. Add the Onion Powder and the Garlic Powder, salt and pepper and stir to combine the flavors

Step 9. Saute for another 3 minutes

Step 10. Crumble the bacon and add to the top of the cabbage

Step 11. Serve and enjoy!

Fried Cabbage with Onions and Bacon

Yield: 6

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

Total Time: 40 minutes

Fried cabbage does not get enough attention in my opinion. Although I remember as a kid the smell was the one thing that kept my siblings and I not really liking it.

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Ingredients

• 1 head of Cabbage, medium, shredded
• 1 yellow onion, diced
• ½ pound bacon, fried crispy, save the grease
• 2 tsp Garlic, minced
• ½ tsp Garlic Powder
• ½ tsp Onion Powder
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp Black Pepper

Instructions

1. In a skillet on medium high heat, fry the bacon. Once it is crispy, remove from the skillet and set on a paper towel to drain the excess grease.
2. Save the bacon grease
3. Transfer the bacon grease to a deep sided skillet or pot
4. Add the diced onion until it is translucent
5. Add the minced garlic to the pan and saute for about 30 seconds
6. Reduce the heat to a low medium and add the cabbage to the pot
7. Stir to combine the onions and cabbage, cover and simmer until the cabbage has softened
8. Add the Onion Powder and the Garlic Powder, salt and pepper and stir to combine the flavors
9. Saute for another 3 minutes
10. Crumble the bacon and add to the top of the cabbage
11. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

Can I leave the bacon out?
Well, leaving the bacon out would mean that you would have to use another type of fat to saute the vegetables in. It would also eliminate the savory aspect of the bacon. If you wanted, you could try a switch with Turkey bacon. I have never tried that myself, so I cannot say how well it works.

Nutrition Information

Yield 6 Serving Size 1
Amount Per Serving Calories 236Total Fat 13gSaturated Fat 5gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 8gCholesterol 37mgSodium 848mgCarbohydrates 15gFiber 4gSugar 7gProtein 16g

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