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Fried Cabbage and Sausage

Savory Fried Cabbage and Sausage for a Quick Keto Meal

Fried Cabbage and Sausage is a quick and easy keto meal that combines smoky sausage with tender cabbage for a comforting dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Quick Meals
Cuisine: Irish
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 lb Smoked Sausage Any preferred sausage can substitute, like turkey.
  • 1 head Green Cabbage Savoy cabbage can be used for a different texture.
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Replace with Sweet Vidalia onion for a milder flavor.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic yields the best flavor.
For Cooking
  • 2 tbsp Butter Use olive oil for a lactose-free alternative.
  • 2 tbsp Bacon Grease Substitute with canola oil or ghee.
For Flavoring
  • 2 tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar White wine vinegar can also work.
  • 1 tbsp Smoked Paprika Regular paprika can be used but will lack smokiness.
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper
  • 1/2 tsp Red Pepper Flakes Omit for a milder flavor.

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Preheat a large skillet over medium heat and add half of the bacon grease, allowing it to melt for about 1–2 minutes.
  2. Add the smoked sausage to the skillet and cook for about 5–7 minutes until golden-brown. Remove sausage and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add remaining bacon grease, diced onion, salt, and black pepper. Sauté for about 5–6 minutes until onions start to caramelize.
  4. Push onions to one side and add minced garlic in the center, sautéing for about 20 seconds without browning.
  5. Stir in a tablespoon of butter and smoked paprika, toasting for about a minute.
  6. Pour in the apple cider vinegar and sauté for an additional minute, mixing well.
  7. Add shredded cabbage to the skillet and sauté for 10–12 minutes until tender but still slightly crunchy.
  8. Return the sausage to the skillet, stir everything together, and cook for an additional 3–4 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 20gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 45mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 3 months. Adjust sauté time for preferred cabbage texture.

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