Easy Fried Cabbage with Onions and Bacon (Print version)
Tender fried cabbage cooked in bacon drippings with sweet onions, garlic, crisp bacon, and a bright vinegar finish.
# Ingredients:
For the skillet
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1 medium green cabbage, about 2 lb (900 g), cored and sliced into 1-inch ribbons
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8 oz (225 g) thick-cut bacon, chopped
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1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
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1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
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Salt, to taste
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2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, optional
# Instructions:
01 -
Remove any tough outer leaves. Cut the cabbage into quarters, trim away the core, and slice into 1-inch ribbons or rough chunks.
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Place the chopped bacon in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring often, until crisp. Transfer the bacon to a plate and leave about 2 tablespoons of drippings in the pan.
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Add the onion to the bacon drippings. Cook for 4-5 minutes until softened and lightly golden, then stir in the garlic for 30 seconds.
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Add the cabbage in handfuls, tossing as it wilts. Cook uncovered for 10-12 minutes, stirring often, until tender with some browned edges.
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Sprinkle in smoked paprika, red pepper flakes, and black pepper. Toss well, then add the apple cider vinegar and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
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Return the crisp bacon to the skillet and toss for 1 minute. Taste and add salt only if needed. Finish with parsley and serve hot.
# Good to know:
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Best served hot from the skillet while the bacon is still crisp.
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Use a wide pan so the cabbage fries instead of steaming.
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Nutrition is an estimate per serving.