Southern Fried Cabbage Recipe
This Southern fried cabbage is a classic comfort food side, made with crispy bacon, smoked sausage, and a mix of soul food seasonings. It’s a flavorful addition to any meal that everyone will love!
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 360kcal
Ingredients
- 1 large head of cabbage about 16 cups roughly chopped
- 6 ounces bacon chopped (about 6 slices)
- 12 ounces smoked sausage sliced
- 2 teaspoons chicken bouillon powder
- 1 teaspoon granulated garlic
- 1 teaspoon granulated onion
- 1 teaspoon Diamond Crystal Kosher Salt start with less and adjust to taste if using any other type of salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Render chopped bacon over medium heat in a large, heavy-bottomed pot. Once golden brown and crispy, remove the bacon and set it aside.
- Add sliced sausage to pot and cook until browned and caramelized, about 5 minutes. Remove and set aside with bacon.
- Drain excess oil from the pot, reserving 2 tablespoons.
- Return the reserved 2 tablespoons oil to the pot.
- Add chopped cabbage and sauté for 2 to 3 minutes until it reduces in volume and softens.
- Stir in chicken bouillon powder, granulated garlic, granulated onion, salt, and pepper.
- Continue to sauté for 5 to 7 minutes, until cabbage is tender but still has a bit of bite to it, or to the desired doneness.
- Return cooked bacon and sausage to the pot and stir until fully incorporated.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Slice Cabbage Evenly: Slice or chop it into uniform pieces to give it a consistent texture.
- Adjust Seasonings at the End: Taste before serving and tweak the seasonings as needed. A little extra salt or pepper can really enhance the flavor!
- Serve Immediately: Serve right away to enjoy the best texture and flavors.
Nutrition
Calories: 360kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 77mg | Sodium: 1512mg | Potassium: 608mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 184IU | Vitamin C: 55mg | Calcium: 73mg | Iron: 2mg
