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.
I made this fried cabbage today my family loved it
Delicious
I cook fried cabbage from time to time , love it! I seen this recipe and plan to cook today. I have a question, my stomach can’t handle ANY hot or spicy anymore. Not even a hint of it..? Does the smoked paprika make it at all spicy?
Depends on the brand of paprika you use.
I have made this recipe 3 times and it has been a hit every time. It is so good.
Absolutely delicious..made this tonight and my husband loved it…definite keeper
I made this with leftover ham cut up and fried into.it…..delish…
This is slap a family member GOOD!!!!
This was absolutely amazing. I am 15 and I made this for my family and it was great. Thank You!
This is an awesome recipe. Even better the next day. I do substitute one 4 oz package of pancetta for the bacon. I would rate it a 6 star recipe out of 5!!!
Can you use turkey bacon instead of pork bacon?
I’m sure you can!
My daughter told me I was batting 1000, when I served this last night! Until now, I’ve never enjoyed cabbage except in the form of cole slaw or sour kraut – but I loved it too! I veer toward cooking ethnic dishes – MiddleEastern, Chinese, Ethiopian, French & German cuisines,