Ruth's Fried Cabbage

Ruth's Fried Cabbage is a southern-inspired comfort food classic that transforms simple ingredients into a dish bursting with flavor. Featuring tender strips of green cabbage caramelized in smoky bacon fat and rich butter, this one-pan recipe pairs beautifully sautéed onions and garlic with a kick of paprika and black pepper for a subtle, warm spice. Crispy bacon bits add a satisfying crunch, making it a hearty side dish or even a light main course. Ready in just 30 minutes, this crowd-pleaser is quick to prepare, gluten-free, and perfect for complementing everything from roasted meats to cornbread. Whether you're seeking a wholesome weeknight meal or a soul-warming dish for family dinners, Ruth's Fried Cabbage delivers simplicity and rich, savory flavors in every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 head Green cabbage
• 6 slices Bacon
• 1 small Onion
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
• 2 tablespoons Butter

Directions

Step 1

Remove the outer leaves of the cabbage, then rinse and pat dry. Cut the cabbage into quarters, remove the core, and slice into thin strips.

Step 2

Dice the bacon into small pieces. Peel and finely chop the onion and garlic.

Step 3

Heat a large skillet or frying pan over medium heat. Add the diced bacon and cook until crispy, stirring occasionally, about 6-8 minutes.

Step 4

Remove the cooked bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the rendered bacon fat in the skillet.

Step 5

Add the butter to the skillet. Once melted, add the chopped onion and garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until soft and fragrant.

Step 6

Add the sliced cabbage to the skillet and stir well to coat it in the bacon fat and butter. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 10-12 minutes, or until the cabbage is tender and starts to brown slightly.

Step 7

Season the cabbage with salt, black pepper, and paprika. Stir in the cooked bacon pieces, mixing everything together.

Step 8

Allow the cabbage to cook for another 2 minutes to meld the flavors. Adjust seasoning to taste if needed.

Step 9

Remove from heat and serve immediately as a side dish or main course. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(542.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	581.3

Total Fat 40.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 18.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.7g
Cholesterol 113.3mg	0%
Sodium 3380.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 34.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.9g	0%
Total Sugars 16.5g
Protein 23.1g	0%

Vitamin D 12.2IU	0%
Calcium 190.7mg	0%
Iron 3.0mg	0%
Potassium 1074.7mg	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: 61.2%

Protein: 15.5%

Carbs: 23.4%