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# Fried Cabbage with Bacon, Onion, and Garlic
## Classic Southern-Style Comfort Food
This **Fried Cabbage with Bacon, Onion, and Garlic** is a simple, budget-friendly side dish packed with rich, savory flavor. Tender cabbage is cooked with sweet caramelized onions, smoky bacon, and fragrant garlic, creating a comforting dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or holiday meals.
Everything cooks in one skillet, making cleanup easy while maximizing flavor.
## Ingredients
### Vegetables
* 1 medium green cabbage
* 1 large onion, sliced
* 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
### Protein
* 6–8 slices bacon, chopped
### Fat and Liquid
* 2 tablespoons butter (optional, but recommended)
* ¼ cup chicken broth or water
### Seasonings
* 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
* ½ teaspoon black pepper
* ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
* ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
### Optional Finishing Touch
* 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar or lemon juice
## Step-by-Step Instructions
### 1. Prepare the Cabbage
* Remove any damaged outer leaves.
* Cut the cabbage into quarters.
* Remove the hard core.
* Slice into thick strips.
**Tip:** Thicker slices help prevent the cabbage from becoming mushy during cooking.
### 2. Cook the Bacon
Heat a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the chopped bacon and cook slowly until crispy and the fat has rendered.
Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside. Leave about 2–3 tablespoons of bacon grease in the skillet.
### 3. Cook the Onions
Add the sliced onions to the bacon grease.
Cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and lightly golden.
### 4. Add the Garlic
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds, just until fragrant.
### 5. Add the Cabbage and Seasonings
Add the cabbage to the skillet, working in batches if necessary.
Toss to coat the cabbage in the bacon grease.
Season with:
* Salt
* Black pepper
* Smoked paprika
* Red pepper flakes (if using)
### 6. Steam and Soften
