Do you ever get to wondering about “What to Serve with Fried Cabbage”? Well my Friend, I’ve got some great recipe ideas to share with you for a delicious Southern fried cabbage meal!
Southern fried cabbage is a traditional Southern side dish but is often served as the main dish too. Sometimes on its own or with a side of cornbread and maybe throw in some pan fried potatoes to make it a complete meal.
Green cabbage is one of our favorite vegetables. It is a cool season crop and will grow pretty much all winter long in my neck of the woods. It’s a versatile vegetable too.
I use fresh cabbage to make my own sauerkraut and egg roll filling as well as preparing it our favorite way, which is fried in a cast iron skillet.
Family dinners can be kept budget friendly, delicious and nobody leaves the table hungry thanks to a humble head of cabbage.
Delicious fried tender cabbage also makes a great side dish for St. Patrick’s Day to go along with corned beef or as part of the Southern New Year meal for those who don’t care for collard greens.
Southern Fried Cabbage Recipe
The preparation of fried cabbage takes just a handful of ingredients. Very simple ingredients in fact. Here’s what you’ll need.
- Green Cabbage – the chopped cabbage is the main ingredient of this dish. We prefer this recipe with your basic green cabbage but if you like Napa cabbage then feel free to use that instead.
- Thick Cut Bacon – the cooked bacon renders the fat and we need that bacon grease to fry the cabbage. Once cooked, be sure to reserve the crispy bacon to add back to the fried cabbage before serving. Olive oil or your favorite cooking oil may be used instead of bacon fat if preferred.
- Black Pepper and Salt – for seasoning, to taste.
That’s my basic recipe and you can click the button below to get all of the details on how I like to make it.
The preparation of this great recipe is easy. You’ll want a large skillet over medium heat to cook the bacon until it has rendered the fat.
Once the bacon is crisp, use a slotted spoon to remove it from the pan and set aside on a paper towel lined plate to drain the excess grease.
Next, add the chopped cabbage to the skillet and turn to coat with the bacon fat. Increase the heat a bit to medium-high heat and sauté until tender as desired. Season the sautéed cabbage to your liking with a bit of salt and pepper.
Fried Cabbage
Optional ingredients that you might enjoy in fried cabbage:
If you prefer more bold flavors in your fried cabbage, here are a few additional ingredients to consider. Red pepper flakes, chopped onion, Cajun seasoning, onion powder, garlic powder or a little ground ginger are all great to add more flavor to cooked cabbage.
A splash of apple cider vinegar is also a great option to give it a bit more twang.
What to Serve with Fried Cabbage
Now let’s get to all of the delicious recipe options to serve with fried cabbage.
What to Serve with Fried Cabbage
Here are a few of the best recipes to serve with fried cabbage for a delicious meal.
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Low carb smoked sausage and pan fried cabbage are a quick one skillet meal
Delicious low carb egg roll in a bowl recipe is a quick and easy meal.
Delicious and flavorful low carb air fried chicken with a crunchy coating the whole family will love.
Delicious chicken fried pork steaks with tenderized (cubed) pork
Cajun Creole style dirty rice recipe is delicious as a side or the main meal.
A simple and elegant crusted pork roast with herbs and garlic, easy enough for weeknight meals and special enough for the holiday table.
Classic Southern pinto beans with seasoning meat cooked on the stove top. Enjoy pinto beans as a meal or as a side dish.
Fork tender pork chops smothered in gravy and slow baked to perfection
Tender fall apart country style ribs recipe, baked in the oven with roasted garlic, barbecue and a few seasonings for a delicious meal.
Tender and delicious pork medallions with gravy is an easy tasty family meal.
Delicious sticky garlic pork chops made with just a few simple ingredients that are marinated then cooked to perfection.
Crispy and delicious oven "fried" pork chops with a panko parmesan coating is an easy homemade meal that you can have on the table in about half an hour.
Southern Purple Hull Peas or Pink Eyes are a delicious variety of field peas. While they're all similar, each adds its own unique quality.
Classic Southern baked chicken or cafeteria style baked chicken is an easy and delicious meal. This is also a great make ahead option when feeding a crowd.
Delicious homemade chicken tenders that are oven baked with a crispy crunchy coating. A family friendly meal that everyone will love.
Tender melt in your mouth smothered cubed steaks that are oven baked in a creamy mushroom gravy.
Classic Southern side dish of tomatoes and rice
Classic Southern fried skillet corn, a delicious sweet and savory vegetable side dish recipe
A classic Southern favorite of green baby lima beans as a meal or side dish.
A delicious, creamy and savory sausage and rice casserole that is perfect as the main meal or as a side dish.
Tomato, Cucumber and Vidalia Onion Salad using fresh vegetables marinated in a simple vinegar dressing is a cool and refreshing summer side dish.
Delicious potato salad side dish with green olives and pimentos rather than the traditional pickle versions.
Tender and flaky Cheddar Garlic Drop Biscuits are made with just a few ingredients and are the best thing you'll put in your mouth!
Delicious Southern buttermilk biscuits from scratch made with self rising flour. These fluffy biscuits and flaky and so delicious.
Perfect fluffy baked potatoes with seasoned crispy skin prepared in the air fryer. Air fryer baked potatoes make a wonderful side to your meal.
Crispy Southern pan fried chicken livers are a classic. Top with gravy if desired and serve with your favorite sides.
Classic Salisbury steak recipe with homemade mushroom gravy is a down home comforting family meal. This easy recipe is so delicious and will become a go to for your dinner rotation.
A delicious meatloaf that is perfectly seasoned and topped with a sweet savory glaze that makes this meatloaf a family favorite meal.
Tried and true recipe for classic Southern fried chicken that is pan fried crispy and golden brown.
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