Bacon Fried Cabbage
Bacon Fried Cabbage is a simple, one-pan dish made with crispy bacon, tender cabbage, onion, garlic, and savory seasonings. It’s budget-friendly, flavorful, and ready in about 30 minutes.
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Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 1 lb sliced bacon cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 onion finely sliced
- 1 medium head green cabbage cored and chopped
- 1 tsp kosher salt or to taste
- ¼ tsp ground black pepper or to taste
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 5 cloves garlic minced
Garnish (optional)
- Chopped green onions
Instructions
- Heat a large cast iron skillet or deep non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Add the bacon pieces in a single layer and cook until crispy, working in batches if necessary.
- Remove the cooked bacon from the pan and set aside. Carefully discard the excess grease, leaving approximately 2–3 tablespoons in the pan.
- Add the sliced onion to the skillet and cook for 2–3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent.
- Add the chopped cabbage, black pepper, dried oregano, and smoked paprika. Toss well to coat in the bacon fat and seasonings. Cook for 7–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is tender but still slightly crisp.
- If a softer texture is desired, reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the pan, and cook for an additional few minutes until the cabbage reaches the preferred tenderness.
- Stir in the minced garlic, salt, and reserved bacon. Cook for an additional 3–4 minutes, stirring frequently, until the garlic is fragrant and the bacon is heated through.
- Remove from heat and serve immediately. Garnish with chopped green onions if desired.
Notes
This Bacon Fried Cabbage recipe is naturally gluten-free. To ensure it remains gluten-free, verify that the bacon, smoked paprika, and dried oregano are labeled gluten-free and free from cross-contamination.