Southern Fried Cabbage

Southern Fried Cabbage – Simple, tasty , flavored with garlic and bacon -Ready in less than no time. Fried cabbage is actually a mixture of sautéing, and/or stewing, being cooked low and simmered in its own juices, rather than fried quickly. It is really not “Fried” so don’t be alarmed!

Ingredients

6 or more smoked bacon slices cut in 3-4 pieces
1-2 tablespoons butter or cooking oil
1 medium onion chopped
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon creole seasoning or more adjust to taste.
1 medium to large head of cabbage chopped (about 10 to 12 cups)
1 teaspoon Worchester sauce or chicken bouillon optional adjust to taste
½ teaspoon white pepper
1 teaspoon pepper flakes or more optional

Instructions

Slice or chop cabbage and set aside
In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté bacon until brown and crisp this may take about 3-5 minutes. Set aside reserve about 1/4 or more for garnish. The rest to be use when adding the onions.
There will be some bacon drippings left in the pan (reserve not more than 1-2 tablespoons)
Add butter to the pan. Followed by onions, garlic, paprika , creole seasoning and bacon. Let it simmer for about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent any burns.
Then add cabbage, worchester sauce and white pepper, bring to a simmer, cover and let it cook for about 10-14 minutes or more depending on preference.
Adjust for seasoning with creole seasoning ,salt and pepper flakes.