Fried Cabbage with Pepper Bacon
This Fried Cabbage with Pepper Bacon is a quick, savory skillet dish made with tender cabbage, sweet red pepper, garlic, smoky pepper bacon, and a light soy-based sauce. It is simple, flavorful, and perfect as a side or easy main.
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Servings: 12
Ingredients
- 1 head green cabbage thinly sliced
- 1 red pepper thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 pound pepper bacon chopped
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup cold water
Instructions
Heat the pan.
- Heat a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat.
Cook the garlic.
- Add the vegetable oil, then sauté the minced garlic for a few seconds, just until fragrant.
Cook the bacon.
- Add the chopped pepper bacon and cook until fully done, about 5 to 7 minutes.
Drain excess grease.
- Carefully remove and discard excess grease from the pan, leaving only a small amount for flavor if desired.
Add the vegetables.
- Add the sliced red pepper and cabbage to the skillet. Cook, stirring frequently, until the vegetables are tender.
Add the soy sauce.
- Pour in the soy sauce and stir well to distribute the flavor evenly throughout the mixture.
Prepare the slurry.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and cold water until smooth.
Thicken the sauce.
- Pour the cornstarch mixture into the skillet and stir well to combine. Continue cooking for another minute or two, until the sauce thickens lightly and coats the vegetables.
Season and serve.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Serve hot.
Notes
To make this recipe gluten free, replace the soy sauce with a certified gluten-free tamari or gluten-free soy sauce alternative. Also confirm that the pepper bacon, cornstarch, and any packaged ingredients are certified gluten free or free from cross-contact concerns, as some brands may include additives. If preparing the dish in a shared kitchen, use clean cookware, utensils, and prep surfaces to help avoid gluten contamination.