Southern fried cabbage with bacon is a bold, buttery side dish that turns humble cabbage into a crave-worthy comfort classic, while the bacon adds that signature sizzle and Southern soul!
1cupchicken brothor use vegetable broth to make this dish vegetarian
1teaspoonapple cider vinegar
½cupbutterunsalted (or vegan butter)
½teaspoonOld Bay seasoningor Cajun seasoning
½teaspoongarlic powder
¼teaspoonred pepper flakes
1tablespoonsalt
½teaspoonblack pepper
2-3stripscooked baconturkey bacon or pork bacon
Instructions
Cut out the core of the cabbage and coarsely chop the leaves using a food processor or a knife. (I recommend removing the outer layer of cabbage leaves and discarding them before chopping.)
Turn on the stovetop to medium heat and add the butter to the cast-iron skillet.
Once the butter has melted, add the chopped cabbage, onion, chicken broth, apple cider vinegar, Old Bay or Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper to the skillet.
Cover the pan with a lid and let it simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
After 10 minutes, remove the lid and continue cooking the cabbage uncovered for about 15 minutes. Be careful not to let all the broth evaporate to prevent the cabbage from becoming dry.
Once the cooking is finished, crumble the cooked bacon strips and stir them into the cabbage, then serve and enjoy!