The Best Fried Cabbage Recipe
This easy the best fried cabbage recipe recipe is packed with incredible flavor and simple to prepare. Perfect for family meals or special occasions!

The Best Fried Cabbage Recipe
Ingredients
Method
- In a large non-stick skillet, sauté the bacon, bell pepper, and onion over medium heat for 7 minutes.
- Add the red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper, and stir well.
- Add the water and chopped cabbage to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally for about 20-25 minutes, or until the water evaporates.*
- Once the water evaporates, keep frying the cabbage for about 10 minutes.
- Remove the skillet from the heat. Stir in the hot sauce. Serve.
- Notes
- Some cabbage varieties cook faster than others. Adjust the cooking time, if necessary. If needed, add a little bit more water.
- Recipe Variations
- Use smoked sausage instead of bacon
- Use chicken sausage instead
- Add 1 tablespoon of BBQ Sauce
- Use 1 tablespoon of tomato pasta
- About the Bacon
- You can use any type of bacon you prefer – regular, turkey or even vegan. Just remember that turkey bacon and vegan bacon are not oily enough, so you’ll need to add additional oil or butter.
- Nutrition
- Calories: 148kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 5gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 265mgPotassium: 539mgFiber: 7gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 1430IUVitamin C:
- 9mgCalcium: 100mgIron:
Tips for the Best The Best Fried Cabbage Recipe
- Pre-heat & Prep: Always gather all ingredients before cooking the best fried cabbage recipe.
- Flavor Adjustment: Adjust seasoning to taste near the end of cooking.
- Storage Tips: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.





