Enjoy the savory and hearty flavors of Fried Cabbage with Bacon, Onion, and Garlic, a comforting dish that’s perfect as a side or a light main course. This recipe combines tender cabbage with crispy bacon, sweet onion, and aromatic garlic for a satisfying and flavorful dish.
Ingredients:
- 6 slices bacon, chopped
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 head green cabbage, cored and thinly sliced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika (optional)
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
- Cook the Bacon:
- In a large skillet or frying pan, cook chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside on a paper towel-lined plate.
- Sauté Onion and Garlic:
- In the same skillet with bacon drippings, add thinly sliced onion. Cook for 3-4 minutes until onion becomes translucent.
- Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add Cabbage:
- Add thinly sliced cabbage to the skillet. Stir to combine with onions and garlic.
- Season with salt, pepper, and paprika (if using). Stir well to coat the cabbage evenly.
- Cook the Cabbage:
- Cook the cabbage mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for 10-12 minutes or until cabbage is tender but still slightly crisp.
- Finish and Serve:
- Stir the cooked bacon back into the cabbage mixture.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired.
- Serve Hot:
- Serve Fried Cabbage with Bacon, Onion, and Garlic hot as a delicious side dish or a light main course.
