Keto Southern Fried Cabbage

Savor the rich, comforting flavors of Keto Southern Fried Cabbage, a low-carb twist on a classic Southern favorite that brings bold taste and wholesome ingredients to your table. This quick and easy skillet recipe combines crispy bacon, tender sautéed cabbage, and a tantalizing mix of smoked paprika, garlic, and onion for a deeply savory dish that’s both satisfying and keto-friendly. A splash of chicken broth ensures the cabbage is perfectly tender while adding depth to the flavor. Ready in just 45 minutes, this versatile side dish pairs beautifully with roasted meats or can stand alone as a hearty main course. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prepping, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite, delivering soul-warming comfort with every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 slices Bacon
• 1 medium head Green cabbage
• 1 small Onion
• 3 cloves Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 0.25 cup Chicken broth (unsalted)

Directions

Step 1

Cut the bacon into bite-sized pieces. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and cook the bacon until crispy, stirring often. Remove the cooked bacon and set it aside, leaving the rendered fat in the skillet.

Step 2

While the bacon cooks, core and chop the cabbage into bite-sized pieces. Dice the onion and mince the garlic.

Step 3

Once the bacon is removed, add the diced onion to the skillet with the bacon fat. Sauté for 3-5 minutes until softened, stirring occasionally.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for another minute, or until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the chopped cabbage to the skillet, stirring to coat it in the bacon fat and to combine with the onions and garlic.

Step 6

Sprinkle the smoked paprika, onion powder, salt, and black pepper over the cabbage. Stir well to ensure the seasonings are evenly distributed.

Step 7

Add the butter to the skillet. Stir to melt and coat the cabbage.

Step 8

Pour in the chicken broth to help deglaze the pan and provide moisture. Stir and cover the skillet, allowing the cabbage to steam and soften for about 10-15 minutes. Stir occasionally to ensure even cooking.

Step 9

Uncover the skillet and continue cooking for another 5 minutes to let any excess liquid evaporate and slightly caramelize the cabbage.

Step 10

Stir the cooked bacon back into the skillet, mixing it evenly with the cabbage.

Step 11

Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper to taste, if needed. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(605.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	600.4

Total Fat 40.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 18.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.7g
Cholesterol 113.3mg	0%
Sodium 2225.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 38.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.8g	0%
Total Sugars 16.6g
Protein 24.0g	0%

Vitamin D 12.2IU	0%
Calcium 210.1mg	0%
Iron 3.4mg	0%
Potassium 1145.2mg	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: 59.6%

Protein: 15.5%

Carbs: 24.9%