Southern Fried Cabbage

Ingredients

• 1.5 lb Green Cabbage (Core removed, shredded or coarsely chopped)
• 1 Large Onion (Thinly sliced)
• 1 Bell Pepper (Any color, sliced into strips)
• 4 slices Bacon (Cut into bite‑size pieces)
• 8 oz Andouille Sausage (Sliced into 1/4‑inch rounds)
• 2 Tbsp Cajun Seasoning (Store‑bought or homemade blend)
• 1 tsp Black Pepper (Freshly ground)
• 1 tsp All‑Purpose Seasoning (Seasoned salt or garlic‑onion powder blend)

Instructions

1. Prep Vegetables and Meats

   Remove the core from the cabbage and shred or coarsely chop it. Slice the onion and bell pepper. Cut the bacon into bite‑size pieces and slice the Andouille sausage into 1/4‑inch rounds.

   Time: PT15M

2. Cook Bacon

   Heat the large skillet over medium heat. Add the bacon pieces and cook, stirring occasionally, until crisp and the fat has rendered.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: Medium heat

3. Remove Bacon and Set Aside

   Using tongs, transfer the cooked bacon to a paper‑towel‑lined plate. Leave the rendered bacon fat in the skillet.

   Time: PT2M

4. Sear Andouille Sausage

   Add the sliced Andouille sausage to the same skillet. Sear for about 3‑4 minutes, turning once, until the edges are browned.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: Medium‑high heat

5. Remove Sausage

   Transfer the browned sausage to the plate with the bacon.

   Time: PT1M

6. Saute Peppers and Onions

   If the skillet looks too greasy, pour off a tablespoon of excess fat. Add the sliced bell pepper and onion, sauté for 4‑5 minutes until softened.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: Medium heat

7. Cook Cabbage

   Add the chopped cabbage to the skillet, stir to combine with the aromatics, then cover with a lid. Let it steam and soften for about 10 minutes, stirring once halfway through.

   Time: PT10M

   Temperature: Medium‑low heat

8. Season and Finish

   Uncover the skillet, sprinkle Cajun seasoning, all‑purpose seasoning, and black pepper over the cabbage. Stir well, then return the cooked bacon and sausage to the pan. Cook an additional 2‑3 minutes to meld flavors.

   Time: PT3M

   Temperature: Medium heat

9. Serve

   Spoon the fried cabbage onto plates. Serve over steamed rice or alongside warm cornbread.

   Time: PT2M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

350

Protein

15g

Carbohydrates

20g

Fat

22g

Fiber

5g