Fried Cabbage Shrimp Sausage Bacon (Print Version)

Tender cabbage with shrimp, sausage, and crispy bacon, simmered together for a robust, satisfying dinner.

# Ingredients:

→ Pork

01 - 5 slices bacon, chopped

→ Seafood

02 - 12 medium shrimp, tail removed and deveined

→ Sausage

03 - 1 link (approximately 125 g) kielbasa or smoked sausage, sliced into 1.25 cm rounds

→ Vegetables

04 - 3 cups (approximately 210 g) green cabbage, thinly shredded
05 - 1/2 cup (60 g) yellow onion, chopped
06 - 3 garlic cloves, finely minced

→ Seasonings

07 - 1 teaspoon seafood seasoning
08 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
09 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
10 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
11 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
12 - Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

→ Fats & Oils

13 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
14 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

→ Acid

15 - 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar

# Instructions:

01 - In a bowl, combine shrimp with olive oil and seafood seasoning. Set aside to marinate.
02 - In a large non-stick skillet over medium heat, cook chopped bacon until crisp and golden. Remove bacon and reserve, leaving rendered fat in the skillet.
03 - Add sliced kielbasa or smoked sausage to the bacon fat, searing both sides until browned. Transfer sausage to a plate and set aside.
04 - Place shrimp in the skillet and cook for approximately 3 minutes per side until opaque and curled into a 'C' shape. Remove shrimp and keep warm.
05 - Add 1 tablespoon butter to the skillet. Stir in chopped onions, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, black pepper, and optional crushed red pepper. Cook for 5 to 6 minutes until onions begin to soften. Add minced garlic and cook briefly until fragrant.
06 - Incorporate apple cider vinegar and remaining 1 tablespoon butter. Stir to deglaze, then add shredded cabbage. Toss thoroughly to coat with seasonings.
07 - Continue cooking cabbage mixture over medium heat, stirring often, for about 12 minutes or until tender.
08 - Return reserved bacon, sausage, and shrimp to the skillet. Toss to integrate all components and heat through. Serve immediately.

# Notes:

01 - For best texture, avoid overcooking the shrimp to prevent toughness. Adjust seasoning to taste before serving.

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