Description
Fried Cabbage with Shrimp, Sausage & Turkey Bacon is a delicious blend of smoky and savory flavors that delivers comfort in every bite. This hearty dish showcases tender cabbage sautéed with crispy turkey bacon, succulent shrimp, and flavorful sausage, all seasoned to perfection. Whether for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this recipe is quick to prepare and sure to satisfy everyone at the table. With its nutritious ingredients and easy adaptability, Fried Cabbage makes an ideal meal option that can be served alone or paired with rice, pasta, or crusty bread for added enjoyment.
Ingredients
- 5 slices Turkey Bacon, chopped
- 1/2 cup yellow onions, chopped
- 3 cups cabbage, cut into thin strips
- 10–12 shrimp, tail off & deveined
- 1 link kielbasa or smoked sausage, cut into 1/2 inch pieces
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon seafood seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Season shrimp with olive oil and seafood seasoning; set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook turkey bacon until crispy; remove and leave grease.
- Add sausage to the skillet; brown each side until fully cooked; set aside.
- Cook seasoned shrimp in the skillet for about 3 minutes on each side until pink; set aside.
- Sauté onions with butter and spices until softened; add garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Stir in butter and vinegar; add cabbage and toss until evenly coated.
- Cook cabbage for about 12 minutes until tender; return bacon, shrimp, and sausage to the skillet; serve hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute proteins based on your preference – chicken or tofu work great too. For extra spice, consider adding crushed red pepper flakes when cooking the onions. This dish can easily be prepared ahead of time and stored for later use.