Laura Edwards
@lauradelight
Southern Smothered Fried Cabbage
A delicious Southern-style dish featuring tender cabbage cooked with crispy bacon and seasoned to perfection. This comforting side dish is perfect for any meal and brings a taste of the South to your table.
Details
- Cuisine:american
- Meal Type:dinner
- Diet:vegetarian
- Difficulty:easy
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Occasion:thanksgiving
- Ingredients:6
- Views:5
Recipe Information
- Prep time15 min.
- Cook time30 min.
- Total time45 min.
- Servings2
Ingredients
- 4 strips, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 medium head, cored, cut into eighths and sliced
- 2 cups
- 1/2 teaspoon
- to taste
- 1 packet
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Southern Smothered Fried Cabbage.
Step 1
To start your delicious cabbage dish, grab a large cast iron pot with a lid and place it over medium-high heat.
Step 2
Once the pot is warm, toss in your bacon pieces and let them cook until they’re beautifully browned but not crispy—this should take about five minutes.
Step 3
Now, it’s time to add the star of the show: the sliced cabbage.
Step 4
Quickly follow that with a splash of water, layering them in that order.
Step 5
Cover the pot with the lid and let the cabbage steam for about a minute; this will help it soften up nicely.
Step 6
After a minute, sprinkle in some cayenne pepper and salt to taste, then bring everything to a gentle boil for about 15 minutes.
Step 7
Once the time is up, carefully remove the lid and lower the heat to a high simmer.
Step 8
Keep an eye on it as you continue cooking, allowing the liquid to evaporate completely.
Step 9
You’ll want to stir occasionally and scrape the bottom of the pot to prevent sticking, as the cabbage begins to caramelize and develop a lovely golden-brown color.
Step 10
This final step should take around 10 minutes, and the aroma will be irresistible! Enjoy the delightful flavors and textures of your perfectly cooked cabbage.