Lance's Fried Cabbage

Elevate your side dish game with Lance’s Fried Cabbage, a richly flavorful recipe that transforms humble ingredients into a savory masterpiece. This Southern-inspired dish pairs tender green cabbage with crispy bacon, sweet sautéed onions, and aromatics like garlic, smoked paprika, and Cajun seasoning for a smoky, spicy kick. Cooked in a skillet with a blend of bacon fat, butter, and olive oil, the cabbage achieves a perfect balance of caramelization and seasoning, creating a dish that’s both hearty and comforting. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s the perfect choice for a quick yet satisfying side or a standalone main course. Serve it hot and watch as this bold and smoky creation becomes a new family favorite! Keywords: fried cabbage recipe, Southern fried cabbage, easy cabbage side dish, Cajun cabbage, skillet recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 head Green cabbage
• 6 slices Bacon
• 1 medium Yellow onion
• 3 cloves Garlic
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Cut the cabbage into thin strips (core removed) and set aside.

Step 2

Slice the bacon into small pieces and place it in a large skillet or frying pan.

Step 3

Cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy, then remove it from the skillet with a slotted spoon. Leave the rendered bacon fat in the skillet.

Step 4

Dice the onion and mince the garlic. Add olive oil to the skillet if needed, then sauté the onion in the bacon fat over medium heat until softened and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 5

Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Step 6

Stir in the butter, allowing it to melt completely. Add the smoked paprika and Cajun seasoning, stirring to coat the onions and garlic in the spices.

Step 7

Add the cabbage to the skillet, stirring everything together. Cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is tender and slightly caramelized.

Step 8

Season the cabbage with salt and black pepper to taste. Stir in the cooked bacon pieces and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to combine flavors.

Step 9

Transfer the fried cabbage to a serving dish and serve hot as a side dish or enjoy as a main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(560.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	715.7

Total Fat 54.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 20.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.0g
Cholesterol 113.3mg	0%
Sodium 2863.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 36.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.3g	0%
Total Sugars 16.1g
Protein 23.2g	0%

Vitamin D 12.2IU	0%
Calcium 197.6mg	0%
Iron 3.3mg	0%
Potassium 1090.8mg	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: 67.3%

Protein: 12.7%

Carbs: 20.0%