This fried cabbage is delicious and super easy to make with a few ingredients. It comes together in less than 30 minutes!
I used to hate cabbage until I tried fried cabbage a few years ago and I really enjoy it now. I made it last weekend for a St.Paddy’s day potluck and there were no leftovers, which was awesome! It goes really well with corned beef, pot roast, grilled chicken and even pork chops.
Now, fried cabbage can be made in various ways but my favorite way involves pan frying it with bacon and onions. I also like to keep the spices very simple and only use salt, pepper and a bit of paprika to add a smoky flavor.
Here are some notes about this recipe:
– Use whatever type of bacon you like- regular, turkey or even vegan. Just remember that turkey bacon and vegan bacon are not very oily and additional oil or butter must be added.
– Use a non-stick pan so that none of the ingredients stick to the pan.
– Make sure to finely chop your onions because they blend together much better with the cabbage.
– Don’t over-cook the cabbage or else the texture becomes very soft and “mushy” and it’s just weird. – Instead of bacon, you can also use sausage.
I know that cabbage is one of those weird vegetables that people either hate or love. If you are not fond of it, seriously, give this recipe a shot and you might start enjoying cabbage too.
What is fried cabbage?
It’s an Irish side dish that’s made by pan-frying cabbage with onions and basic spices and served predominantly with corned beef.
How do you pan fry cabbage?
Melt butter in a large pan over medium heat. Then, add shredded cabbage, salt, pepper and saute for a few minutes until the cabbage is tender and that’s it. Some recipes (such as mine) also include additional ingredients like onion and bacon.
If you are looking for other sides, you may like these easy honey glazed carrots or these jalapeno garlic mashed potatoes.
It was delicious and did not smell up the house like my cabbag3 usually does. I will definitely use this recipe again. Thank you for sharing.
I add rotel tamatos to mine, gives it som xip!
I make fried cabbage every year for New Year’s Day. My family has always liked it. This year, I decided to try a new recipe and used this one from The Stay at Home Chef—MY FAMILY LOVED IT!!! It is delicious!
Just made this! I didn’t have an onion, so I used two shallots. This is really good, I will definitely make this again!
The simplest dishes are the best. I have never put smoked paprika in it. I can’t wait to try it!
Tried the fried cabbage will never boil cabbage again it was so good thank you since I have never really been a cook I look for easy recipes and this one was on point
About to use your recipe..FIRST time I’ve EVER cooked Cabbage !!! Here i go..Lol
is this greasy when its cooked? Tried some recently that was dressy.
I dont use all the bacon grease because i dont like how greasy it turns out. I spoon out all but about 2-3 TBSP but i leave all the browned goodness of bacon drippings. If its too dry i add just a little (maybe 1/4 of chicken broth) made with knorrs chicken bouillon granules. And it comes out great!
Love fried Cabbage. I use garlic salt, bacon, and add noddle’s and stir fry altogether with the cabbage. So good.
we love fried Cabbage, I always made it with Curry, but I will try your version 🙂 thank you so much.
I have with curry also , a little chilli powder and lemon juice and salt . Traditional side from Sri Lanka !
I use smoked sausage and potatoes with mine…one pan meal…a little garlic salt and pepper, butter, olive oil and chicken broth…Delish…not just for St. Patrick day…