Fried cabbage with bacon is more than just a side dish, it’s a savory Southern classic that will turn cabbage haters into cabbage lovers! It can even be a satisfying main course your family will love! This quick and simple cabbage recipe is perfect for when you're craving comfort food like grandma used to make!
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Instructions
Heat a large skillet or frying pan to medium heat. Add the bacon slices and cook until crisped, about 3 minutes on the first side then an additional 2 minutes once flipped. Remove from the pan and chop to add back in to the fried cabbage.
Leave the skillet with bacon grease at medium heat and add the chopped cabbage, diced onion, salt, and pepper (plus optional sugar) to the skillet. Fry until softened and tender, stirring frequently, for about 5 minutes.
Stir the chopped bacon back into the cabbage, then serve immediately.
Notes
I prefer to use a cast iron skillet when frying my cabbage because the bacon grease will re-season your cast iron, and there’s just something about the flavor of things made in a well-seasoned cast iron skillet. If you don’t have a cast iron skillet, use a good quality non-stick frying pan and it will still be delicious.
Turn off the heat as soon as the cabbage is soft. Overcooked cabbage gets mushy.
If you like a little kick, add some Cajun seasoning! My husband likes things spicy, and he adds it to his own bowl at the end.
Make this dish vegetarian by omitting the bacon and substituting oil or butter for the bacon grease.