Fried Cabbage with Bacon
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Fried Cabbage with Bacon

Tender cabbage sautéed with crispy bacon - a simple, budget-friendly Southern side that's full of flavor.

35 min
8 servings

Prep Time

10m

Cook Time

25m

Servings

8

Difficulty

Easy

Nutrition Per Serving

fat

8

carbs

12

fiber

4

protein

5

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Ingredients

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  • 1 head green cabbage, chopped
  • 6 slices bacon, chopped
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar

Instructions

1

Cook bacon in large skillet until crispy. Remove and set aside.

2

Add onion to bacon drippings and cook until softened.

3

Add garlic and cook 1 minute.

4

Add cabbage, sugar, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.

5

Cook, stirring frequently, 15-20 minutes until cabbage is tender.

6

Stir in vinegar and cooked bacon.

7

Cook 2 more minutes and serve hot.

Chef's Comfy Tip

Don't rush the cabbage - let it cook down until it's sweet and tender, with some caramelized edges.

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