Oh yes—fried cabbage is simple, savory, and downright addictive 🥬🥓 Here’s a classic version that’s perfect as a side or main dish.
🥬 Classic Fried Cabbage
⏱️ Time
- Prep: 5–10 minutes
- Cook: 15–20 minutes
🛒 Ingredients
- 1 medium head of cabbage, chopped or sliced
- 2–3 tbsp butter or oil
- 1 small onion, thinly sliced
- 2–3 cloves garlic, minced (optional)
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Optional: cooked bacon pieces, smoked sausage, or a splash of apple cider vinegar for tang
🔥 Instructions
- Heat butter or oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add onions (and bacon if using) and sauté until softened, 3–5 minutes.
- Add garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add cabbage, season with salt and pepper, and toss to coat in butter.
- Cook 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cabbage is tender and slightly caramelized.
- Optional: drizzle a little vinegar for tang or stir in cooked sausage slices for extra flavor.
- Serve hot as a side or with rice, potatoes, or meat.
🌟 Variations
- Southern-style: Add bacon and cook slowly for a smoky flavor.
- Spicy: Add red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce.
- Quick & light: Use olive oil instead of butter and cook until just wilted for a lighter version.
- With greens: Mix in kale or collard greens for extra texture and nutrients.
This is one of those “stick-to-your-ribs” sides that’s cheap, fast, and satisfying 😄
If you want, I can give a crispy, slightly caramelized skillet version that really brings out the cabbage flavor. Do you want that?
