Description
A cozy autumn side dish that transforms humble cabbage into a flavorful delight with the savory addition of bacon, onion, and garlic.
Ingredients
- 1 medium head of green cabbage, chopped
- 4 slices of turkey bacon or halal bacon
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 3-4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil or butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar (optional, for tang)
- Fresh parsley or chives for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients: Start by chopping your cabbage into small pieces, slicing the onion, and mincing the garlic. Set everything aside.
- Cook the bacon: In a large skillet over medium heat, add the turkey bacon. Cook until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the bacon from the skillet and set it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess grease. When cool, crumble or chop it into small pieces.
- Sauté the onion: In the same skillet, add olive oil or butter. Once hot, add the sliced onion and cook for about 3-4 minutes until it becomes translucent.
- Add the garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
- Incorporate the cabbage: Add the chopped cabbage to the skillet. Stir well to incorporate the cabbage with the onions and garlic. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Cook until tender: Cover the skillet and allow the cabbage to cook down. After about 5 minutes, remove the lid and stir.
- Add the bacon and vinegar: Once the cabbage is cooked to your desired tenderness, stir in the crumbled bacon and apple cider vinegar, if using. Allow everything to sauté together for another 2-3 minutes.
- Serve it up: Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley or chives if desired. Serve warm as a satisfying side dish!
Notes
Allow the cabbage to sauté slowly to enhance its natural sweetness. You can experiment with different varieties of cabbage for unique flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American