Description
Fried cabbage is a deliciously comforting dish that transforms simple ingredients into a flavor-packed delight. Sautéed with garlic and onions, this recipe offers a satisfying crunch paired with tender sweetness, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings. Quick to prepare and easily customizable, fried cabbage serves as an impressive side or a satisfying main dish that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium green cabbage (about 2 lbs)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 slices bacon (optional), chopped
Instructions
- Remove outer leaves from the cabbage, cut in half, remove the core, and slice thinly. Chop the onion and mince the garlic.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil until shimmering.
- Sauté chopped onion until translucent (about 3 minutes). If using bacon, add it now until crispy.
- Add sliced cabbage and stir to coat with oil. Cook for 5–7 minutes until tender yet slightly crunchy.
- Season with salt and pepper, then add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Serve hot as a delicious side or enjoy on its own.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg