Fried Cabbage With Bacon
Fried cabbage with bacon is a quick, savory, and comforting skillet dish made with smoky bacon, tender cabbage, onion, and garlic—perfect for weeknight dinners or as a hearty side.
Ingredients
- 6 slices bacon chopped
- 1 medium onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 medium head of cabbage chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika optional, for extra flavor
- 2 tablespoons chicken broth or water optional, for softer texture
Instructions
- Cook chopped bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crisp, then remove and set aside, leaving the drippings in the pan.
- Add diced onion and cook until softened and golden, then stir in garlic for a minute until fragrant.
- Mix in chopped cabbage with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika if using, tossing to coat in the bacon drippings.
- Cook 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender but slightly crisp, adding a splash of broth or water if you want it softer.
- Stir the bacon back in, adjust seasoning, and serve hot.