Description
This Easy Fried Cabbage recipe is a flavorful, quick side dish packed with crispy bacon, caramelized onions, and tangy mustard. Perfect for any meal, this buttery-soft cabbage dish comes together in just 25 minutes and is sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 pieces bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons stone ground mustard (or Dijon mustard)
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 head cabbage, sliced and chopped
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Bacon:
- Heat a large pan over medium heat and cook the bacon until crispy.
- Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and place it on a paper towel-lined plate.
- Drain off some of the bacon grease, leaving about 2 tablespoons in the pan.
- Sauté the Onions:
- Add the diced onion to the pan and sauté for 2-3 minutes, or until translucent.
- Add Garlic and Spices:
- Stir in the minced garlic, stone ground mustard, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Cook the Cabbage:
- Add the sliced cabbage to the pan.
- Use tongs or a large spoon to stir and sauté the cabbage for 12-15 minutes, or until it is buttery soft and slightly caramelized.
- Combine and Serve:
- Toss the crispy bacon back into the pan and stir everything together.
- Serve immediately as a flavorful side dish.
Notes
- Customize It: Add a splash of apple cider vinegar for extra tang or red pepper flakes for heat.
- Storage: Leftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Vegan Option: Omit the bacon and use olive oil or plant-based butter.
