Skillet-Fried Cabbage with Crispy Bacon

Enjoy the rich, comforting taste of this Fried Cabbage with Bacon, where crispy bacon, sweet caramelized onions, and tender cabbage come together in a simple yet flavorful dish. Follow this straightforward recipe to create a savory side that’s satisfying every time.

Fried Cabbage with Bacon

Ingredients

• Bacon: 6 slices, chopped
• Onion: 1 large, diced
• Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
• Cabbage: 1 large head, cored and sliced
• Salt: 1 tablespoon, or to taste
• Black pepper: 1 teaspoon
• Onion powder: ½ teaspoon
• Garlic powder: ½ teaspoon
• Paprika: ⅛ teaspoon

Instructions

Cook the bacon
In a large pot or deep skillet, cook the chopped bacon over medium-high heat until crisp, about 10 minutes.

Add onion and garlic
Stir in the diced onion and minced garlic. Continue cooking and stirring until the onions become soft and lightly caramelized, about 10 minutes.

Add the cabbage
Mix in the sliced cabbage and cook while stirring for another 10 minutes, allowing it to begin softening.

Season the dish
Add the salt, black pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, and paprika, stirring well to coat everything evenly.

Simmer
Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it cook gently for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally until the cabbage is tender and flavorful.