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 have been making that for my family for years, but I add cooked wide egg noodles. We call it Haluski. It is a real quick meal for a weekday.
Awesome ??
Add cooked noodles to make it even better. Yummy
Great recipe! No leftovers….
I love this recipe. I have modified it for a different meal. Instead of the bacon, I put one pound of ground mild Italian sausage. Also, instead of cutting up the cabbage, I buy the packaged shredded cabbage (16 oz bag) and use the whole bag. It might seem like a lot at first, but it cooks down. I still make the recipe as is and use it as a side with maybe pork chops or ribs.
Thank you, stay at home chef! My family loved it. I added chopped carrots for colour and because my son loves them. My husband told me 3 times that he loved it and asked me to add to our regular winter rotation. Also, I served it with brown rice. Cheers.
So good.
I just made fried cabbage with thinly sliced potatoes go ahead and leave on the skin. Chopped onion and also used smoke sausage cut in thin slices. Ad salt and pepper and serve with cottage cheese. Salt and pepper to your liking. Hope you enjoy!!
This recipe looks amazing! The pictures are making me so hungry. I like to fry my cabbage with sauerkraut, do you think that would pair well with this? Thank you for sharing!
Tired of cabbage w carrots and coleslaw great alternative
Thank you do much, today will be the third time I’ve made this!! And in just this last month!!
I added some onion while cooking the bacon……just what my family ordered!