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Fried Cabbage with Bacon, Onion, and Garlic
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Fried Cabbage with Bacon, Onion, and Garlic

Fried Cabbage with Bacon, Onion, and Garlic is a classic Southern-style dish combining crispy bacon, caramelized onions, tender cabbage, and flavorful seasonings. It's a versatile dish that works well as a side or even a main course. The rich flavors of bacon drippings, garlic, and spices infuse the cabbage, making it a deliciously hearty and satisfying recipe.  
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 6 slices bacon chopped
  • 1 large onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 large head cabbage cored and sliced
  • 1 tablespoon salt or to taste
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ⅛ teaspoon paprika

Method
 

  1. Cook the Bacon: In a large stockpot, cook chopped bacon over medium-high heat until crispy (about 10 minutes). Remove bacon and set aside, leaving drippings in the pot.
  2. Sauté Onions and Garlic: Add diced onions and minced garlic to the bacon drippings. Cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until onions are caramelized.
  3. Add Cabbage: Stir in the sliced cabbage and cook for another 10 minutes until softened.
  4. Season and Simmer: Add salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, and paprika. Lower heat, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally until the cabbage is tender.
  5. Finish and Serve: Stir in the cooked bacon, taste, and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot.

Notes

  • To keep the cabbage moist, cover the pot with aluminum foil during the simmering process.
  • For a smokier flavor, increase the paprika or add a dash of smoked paprika.
  • This recipe can be made vegetarian by substituting the bacon with olive oil or butter and adding smoked paprika.