Fried cabbage with bacon, onion, and garlic is a delicious and hearty side dish that’s easy to prepare. Here’s a basic recipe to get you started:
Ingredients:
- 1 head of cabbage, thinly sliced
- 4-6 slices of bacon, chopped
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2-3 cloves of garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: red pepper flakes for some heat
- Olive oil or bacon grease for cooking
Instructions:
- Start by frying the bacon in a large skillet or frying pan over medium heat until it becomes crispy. Remove the bacon from the pan and set it aside on paper towels to drain. Leave some of the bacon grease in the pan for flavor.
- In the same pan with the bacon grease, add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté them until they become soft and translucent, which usually takes about 3-5 minutes.
- Add the sliced cabbage to the pan. You might need to do this in batches, depending on the size of your pan. Stir and toss the cabbage with the onions and garlic to coat it in the bacon grease. If needed, drizzle a bit of olive oil over the cabbage to help it cook and prevent sticking.
- Cover the pan and let the cabbage cook for about 10-15 minutes, or until it becomes tender. Stir occasionally to ensure even cooking.
- Season the cabbage with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Adjust the seasoning to your taste.
- Once the cabbage is cooked to your desired tenderness, return the crispy bacon to the pan. Stir it in with the cabbage and let it heat through for a couple of minutes.
- Serve your fried cabbage with bacon, onion, and garlic as a delicious side dish. It pairs well with a variety of main courses, such as roasted chicken, grilled sausages, or pork chops.
Feel free to customize this recipe to your liking by adding other seasonings or ingredients, such as paprika, thyme, or diced tomatoes, for extra flavor. Enjoy!
