Southern fried cabbage is a popular dish in the Southern United States, known for its simplicity and delicious flavor. Here’s a basic recipe to make it:
Ingredients:
- 1 head of cabbage, chopped
- 6 slices of bacon, chopped
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: red pepper flakes for heat
Instructions:
- In a large skillet or frying pan, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until it becomes crispy. Remove the bacon from the pan and set it aside, leaving the bacon grease in the pan.
- Add the diced onion to the pan with the bacon grease and cook until it becomes translucent and starts to caramelize, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic to the pan and cook for an additional minute until it becomes fragrant.
- Add the chopped cabbage to the pan and stir to combine with the onions and garlic.
- Cook the cabbage, stirring occasionally, until it becomes tender but still has some crunch, about 10-15 minutes.
- Season the cabbage with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using), adjusting the seasoning to taste.
- Once the cabbage is cooked to your liking, stir in the crispy bacon pieces.
- Serve hot as a side dish alongside your favorite Southern meals.
Enjoy your Southern fried cabbage!
