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 had a head of cabbage and I didn’t know what to do with it so I googled a quick recipe and this one popped up…I did not expect that this was going to be my new favorite recipe. I could not stop eating it. It’s addicting and I ate almost the whole pan in one sitting!
I tried this recipe and loved it. My new way to eat cabbage.
I add egg noodles to it as well my favorite
Great and easy rescipes
This is wonderful! My husband even loved it! Thank you.
Made this today, rainy day here in NY and we had perogies in the freezer and a head of organic cabbage in the fridge. Happened to have the rest of the ingredients you used here, turned out absolutely delicious! Highly recommend.
So awesome and easy to make. Thanks a bunch, my husband thinks I cook like a boss!!
Excellent & so easy
I think there is nothing better in the world than fried cabbage with bacon and onions. The spices you use are exactly what I use as well. My only two differences are I fry everything in bacon grease.YUM! Also I fry everything until it starts to brown. It does get mushy at first but then starts to carmelize. It is a taste preference. Sometimes I also add cooked rudabager. Just adds another great flavor when fried together.
Looks delicious. I can no longer taste food but enjoy watching you cook.
I have made it about 3 times and we devour every time. Splendid!
Easy, quick and scrumptious. I used mini meatballs instead of sausage and added a tablespoon of sweet chilli sauce to the dish.