Southern Fried Cabbage

Southern Fried Cabbage

30 min

Simple, classic, and so delicious.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb bacon, chopped
  • 1 white onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 head green cabbage, cored and chopped into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Directions

  1. 1

    In a large skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crispy. Remove to a paper towel-lined plate to drain, but leave drippings in pan.

  2. 2

    Add onion to skillet and cook until soft, 6-8 minutes. Add garlic and cook 1 minute more.

  3. 3

    Add chopped cabbage, along with paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), and season with salt and pepper.

  4. 4

    Cook, stirring frequently, until cabbage is tender, 8-10 minutes. Add bacon back to skillet and stir to combine.

  5. 5

    Serve and enjoy!