Fried Cabbage and Kielbasa

Fried Cabbage and Kielbasa
  • PREP TIME
    10 mins
  • COOK TIME
    1 hrs 15 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs 25 mins
  • SERVING
    5 People
  • VIEWS
    357

A humble yet deeply satisfying dish where the sweetness of cabbage is amplified by smoky kielbasa and crispy bacon. Perfect as a hearty side or a quick weeknight meal.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    19 g
  • Cholesterol
    72 mg
  • Fiber
    6 g
  • Protein
    19 g
  • Saturated Fat
    10 g
  • Sodium
    1119 mg
  • Sugar
    10 g
  • Fat
    30 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Image Step 01
01 Step

Recipe View 10 mins Render the Bacon: Place bacon in a large skillet (cast iron preferred) over medium-high heat. Cook, turning occasionally, until crispy, about 8-10 minutes. Remove bacon from the skillet and drain on paper towels. Crumble when cool. Reserve bacon drippings in the skillet.

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02 Step

Recipe View 7 mins Sauté Cabbage and Onion: Add the chopped cabbage and onion to the skillet with the reserved bacon drippings. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, until the cabbage begins to soften and wilt, about 5-7 minutes.

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03 Step

Recipe View 5 mins Combine and Season: Stir in the crumbled bacon, salt, and pepper. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is tender but still has a slight bite, about 5 minutes more.

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04 Step

Recipe View 30 mins Add Kielbasa and Simmer: Add the sliced kielbasa to the cabbage mixture. Reduce heat to low, cover the skillet, and simmer until the cabbage is lightly golden and the kielbasa is heated through, about 25-30 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

For a richer flavor, use smoked kielbasa.
Add a splash of apple cider vinegar or a squeeze of lemon juice at the end for brightness.
If you don't have bacon, you can use olive oil or butter, but the bacon drippings add a unique flavor.
Feel free to add other vegetables like carrots, bell peppers, or garlic.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.7/ 5 ( 119 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (8)
  • Tierra Pfannerstill

    My family loves this! It's become a regular in our meal rotation.

  • Jazlyn Herzog

    This recipe is a lifesaver on busy weeknights! Quick, easy, and delicious.

  • Name Beer

    The apple cider vinegar adds a nice tanginess.

  • Luis Hermann

    Great recipe! I’ve made this several times and it’s always a hit. I sometimes add a can of drained diced tomatoes for extra flavor.

  • Prudence Stark

    I thought it was a bit bland, so I added a little garlic powder and it really perked it up.

  • Kaley Halvorson

    Next time, I'll try adding some potatoes to make it a more complete meal.

  • Nikita Toy

    I added some caraway seeds to mine and it was amazing!

  • Alexa Swift

    Simple and satisfying! Even my picky eaters enjoyed it. Thank you for sharing!

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