By Becky Hardin
Published Mar 10, 2021
Fried cabbage and bacon is a quick and simple side dish that consists of just a few ingredients. Crunchy cabbage is fried up with bacon for a keto-friendly dish that pairs well with all kinds of meals. It’s a classic for St. Patrick’s Day, but just as good any time!
What’s in this Fried Cabbage recipe?
This side dish requires less than 5 ingredients and only a couple of steps to make. This cabbage with bacon is great for St. Patrick’s Day , or a simple low-carb and keto-friendly recipe for regular meals.
- Cabbage: Remove the white center from a head of cabbage and chop it into 1-inch pieces
- Bacon: Cut into ½ inch pieces.
- Broth: You can use chicken broth or vegetable broth. I prefer low-sodium broth, but that’s up to you.
- Salt and Pepper: You don’t need much to season this dish.
Green cabbage is the more traditional option for this recipe, but you can use red cabbage if you prefer. It has an earthier, more peppery flavor, but it will still taste great.
Can I add onion to fried cabbage and bacon?
If you want to add diced onions: remove the bacon from the pot after cooking, then cook the onions in the bacon grease until softened. Then continue on with the recipe at Step 2, adding the bacon back into the pot along with the rest of the ingredients.
Yes, it’s always recommend that you wash fresh produce before using, especially cabbage and other leafy vegetables. Rinse the head of cabbage thoroughly and shake it off to dry before chopping.
If you already have some cooked bacon (like these bacon crumbles ) on hand, you can simply add it in at Step 2 with the rest of the ingredients. However, if you’re not cooking the bacon at the same time, you won’t have the bacon grease to fry and add flavor. So you’ll want to use butter or another fat to fry the cabbage.
Once the bacon is cooked, it only takes about 6-8 minutes to cook the cabbage.
I only use salt and pepper, because the bacon adds so much flavor. However, you can add garlic, herbs , spices , and seasonings of your choice. Red pepper flakes or smoked paprika would be a great way to add a bit of heat!
How to Store and Reheat
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 3 days. Reheat on the stove until warm.
How to Freeze Cabbage and Bacon
While raw cabbage doesn’t freeze well, fried cabbage does! Let it cool, then place it in a freezer-safe container or resealable bag and store up to 3 months. Let it thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
What to Serve with Fried Cabbage
Cabbage and bacon makes a great little side dish for all kinds of main dishes. It pairs well with corned beef hash , turkey meatloaf , or air fried chicken . Since it’s keto-friendly, it’s a great option for whatever low-carb, protein-heavy meals you have planned!
If you make this recipe be sure to upload a photo in the comment section below or leave a rating. Enjoy!
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- ▢ 1 pound bacon cut into ½ inch pieces
- ▢ 1 pound green cabbage with the white center remove and the remaining cut into 1-inch pieces
- ▢ ¼ cup low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- ▢ ½ teaspoon salt
- ▢ ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the bacon in a deep pot over medium heat until crispy. 1 pound bacon
- Add the cabbage to the pot along with the chicken broth, salt and pepper. 1 pound green cabbage, ¼ cup low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth, ½ teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- Stir to combine and allow the cabbage to cook down over low high heat for 6-8 minute or until it reaches your desired consistency.
- Serve immediately.
Becky’s Tips
- Cut the bacon and cabbage into similar sized pieces so that they mix together evenly and it’s easy to eat.
- Make this recipe in one large pan. The cabbage will take on the flavor of the bacon fat making it extra yummy.
- This side dish is low carb and keto friendly.
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
More Recipes with Cabbage We Love
- Healthy Cabbage Soup
- Corned Beef and Cabbage
- Cabbage Rolls
- Vegetable Soup
- Chicken Lo Mein
- Crockpot Cabbage Roll Soup
Fried Cabbage and Bacon Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 pound bacon cut into ½ inch pieces
- 1 pound green cabbage with the white center remove and the remaining cut into 1-inch pieces
- ¼ cup low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the bacon in a deep pot over medium heat until crispy. 1 pound bacon
- Add the cabbage to the pot along with the chicken broth, salt and pepper. 1 pound green cabbage, ¼ cup low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth, ½ teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- Stir to combine and allow the cabbage to cook down over low high heat for 6-8 minute or until it reaches your desired consistency.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Cut the bacon and cabbage into similar sized pieces so that they mix together evenly and it’s easy to eat.
- Make this recipe in one large pan. The cabbage will take on the flavor of the bacon fat making it extra yummy.
- This side dish is low carb and keto friendly.
Nutrition
By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
In the list below, I’ve compiled everything I always have on my stock-up grocery list.
I’ve got you covered! I created an easy grocery list filled with all of the essentials. Plus there’s a free printable version that you can take with you to the grocery store. It has everything you need to stock your pantry, your freezer, and your refrigerator.
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What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
When I first started cooking, things could seem overwhelming. I quickly realized that they more prepared I could be, the more confident I felt. If you already have the basics in your kitchen, then you can shop stress-free.
So print out our easy grocery list, stock up your pantry and fridge, and you’ll be cooking in no time!
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Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
Get more details on the best non-perishable and pantry foods
CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
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I hope this essential grocery list can help you buy what you need and make your home cooking so much easier!
Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
