Southern Fried Cabbage
A delightful dish combining bacon and a variety of seasonings with tender cabbage, perfect as a side or main course.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 6 strips bacon Cooked until crispy
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 white onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium head cabbage, chopped
Seasonings
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp cracked black pepper
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
Finishing ingredients
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon and crumble it; leave the drippings in the skillet.
- Add the butter, chopped onion, and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté until the onion is translucent.
- Stir in the chopped cabbage and cook until it begins to soften.
Seasoning
- Season with onion powder, garlic powder, oregano, basil, paprika, thyme, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
- Add the apple cider vinegar and Worcestershire sauce. Stir well to combine.
Cooking
- Cook until the cabbage is tender and slightly caramelized, about 10-15 minutes.
- Stir in the crumbled bacon before serving.
Notes
Serve hot. Pairs well with proteins like fried chicken or grilled sausages; great for BBQ or potlucks. Add fresh herbs for presentation.