Carrie's Yummy Skillet Fried Cabbage

Savor the irresistible blend of smoky, savory, and caramelized flavors in Carrie's Yummy Skillet Fried Cabbage. This quick and easy dish combines tender green cabbage sautéed to perfection with crispy thick-cut bacon, sweet yellow onions, and a hint of smoky paprika, all enriched with the richness of buttery garlic. With just a touch of spice from optional red pepper flakes, this comfort-food favorite makes an ideal low-carb side dish or a standalone meal. Ready in under 35 minutes, this one-pan wonder is perfect for busy weeknights or when you’re craving a simple, delicious, and satisfying meal. Whether served alongside a main or enjoyed on its own, this skillet-fried cabbage is sure to become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 medium head Green cabbage
• 6 slices Thick-cut bacon
• 1 large Yellow onion
• 3 cloves Garlic
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Chop the cabbage into bite-sized pieces, discarding the core, and set aside.

Step 2

Slice the bacon into small pieces and cook in a large skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and set it aside, leaving the rendered bacon fat in the skillet.

Step 3

Peel and slice the onion into thin strips. Mince the garlic.

Step 4

Add the butter to the skillet with the bacon fat, then stir in the sliced onion. Cook for about 5 minutes or until the onion is softened and translucent.

Step 5

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 6

Add the chopped cabbage to the skillet. Toss to coat the cabbage in the onion, garlic, and bacon fat mixture.

Step 7

Season the cabbage with smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir to evenly distribute the seasonings.

Step 8

Cover the skillet and reduce the heat to medium-low. Allow the cabbage to cook for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it's tender and lightly caramelized.

Step 9

Once the cabbage is cooked to your liking, return the crispy bacon to the skillet and stir to combine.

Step 10

Serve hot as a side dish or as a hearty main. Enjoy Carrie S Yummy Skillet Fried Cabbage!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(628.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	762.0

Total Fat 59.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 25.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 130.1mg	0%
Sodium 3863.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 39.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.5g	0%
Total Sugars 17.9g
Protein 18.6g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 200.7mg	0%
Iron 3.2mg	0%
Potassium 1071.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 69.8%

Protein: 9.7%

Carbs: 20.4%