Best 7 Easy Cabbage And Kielbasa Recipes

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Cabbage and kielbasa are a classic combination that is both flavorful and affordable. This hearty dish is perfect for a weeknight meal or a casual get-together. The best part about cooking cabbage and kielbasa is that it is incredibly easy to make. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can have a delicious and satisfying meal on the table.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

KIELBASA AND CABBAGE



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This smoked Polish sausage dish is great for company, but quick enough for a weeknight! It is super good and easy, and can be prepared well in advance. Complete your meal by adding a baked potato, fruit salad, and bread.

Provided by KITKATY

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Eastern European     Polish

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 slices bacon
¼ cup water
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 onion, chopped
2 teaspoons minced garlic
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
¼ teaspoon seasoning salt
3 teaspoons caraway seed
1 large head cabbage, cut into small wedges
1 pound Polish kielbasa

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, fry bacon over medium high heat until browned, turning once. Remove bacon from pan, reserving drippings, and place on paper towels.
  • Stir water, sugar, onions, garlic, red pepper flakes, seasoned salt, and caraway seeds into drippings. Add cabbage, and gently stir. Cover, and cook over medium heat for 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Add kielbasa to the pan. Cook, covered, for an additional 10 to 15 minutes. Crumble bacon over top, and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 377 calories, Carbohydrate 20.2 g, Cholesterol 63.1 mg, Fat 26 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 17.2 g, SaturatedFat 9.2 g, Sodium 951.7 mg, Sugar 11.6 g

CABBAGE AND KIELBASA



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This Octoberfest treat is simple to make and so tasty!

Provided by CARAMIA

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     German

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

½ cup margarine
1 onion, peeled and diced
1 head savoy cabbage, shredded
1 (15 ounce) can sliced potatoes
1 ½ pounds kielbasa sausage
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
salt and pepper to taste
½ cup water

Steps:

  • Saute margarine and onions in a large skillet until the onions are soft.
  • Stir cabbage and potatoes into the skillet and saute until the cabbage becomes wilted. Place the kielbasa, wine vinegar, salt and pepper into the skillet. Cook kielbasa covered over a low heat, stirring occasionally until cooked through. Pour the water into the pan, cover and cook another 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 567.6 calories, Carbohydrate 22.2 g, Cholesterol 74.9 mg, Fat 46.2 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 18.2 g, SaturatedFat 13.1 g, Sodium 1408.2 mg, Sugar 6.2 g

FRIED CABBAGE AND KIELBASA RECIPE



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Smoky kielbasa and healthy cabbage come together in this delicious and healthy Fried Cabbage and Kielbasa recipe. Make this as a light dinner or a side dish.

Provided by Kate

Categories     Dinner     Lunch     Side Dish

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb pre-cooked kielbasa sausage (, sliced into 1/2 inch pieces)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion (, roughly chopped)
1 small green cabbage (, thinly sliced)
1 tablespoon sugar ((optional, skip for keto recipe))
1/2 - 1 teaspoon salt (, to taste)
freshly ground black pepper (, to taste)

Steps:

  • Preheat a large skillet. Add a splash of olive oil to the pan to the preheated pan and add the sliced kielbasa. Cook 2-3 minutes per side, or until it is nicely browned and heated through. Remove the kielbasa to a plate.
  • Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the same pan, and add the chopped onion. Cook over medium heat for 3-4 minutes, stirring often, until it softens.
  • Add the sliced cabbage and stir. (See notes.) Add the sugar, salt, and pepper, and stir well. Cook over low-medium heat for 10-25 minutes (see notes), stirring every few minutes.
  • Once the cabbage is cooked to your liking, add in the cooked kielbasa, stir, and cook 2 minutes to heat everything through. Season with more salt, if desired, and freshly ground black pepper. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 350 kcal, Carbohydrate 3 g, Fat 3 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

EASY CABBAGE AND KIELBASA



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We love kielbasa so thinking I could get my family to try something new came up with this for lunch. Now it is a quick favorite for anytime. You can adjust the amounts to suit your taste or what you have on hand.

Provided by TLu1089

Categories     European

Time 25m

Yield 4 generous servings, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 head green cabbage, shredded
1 lb kielbasa
1 small onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, chopped
1 cup carrot
olive oil
1 pinch red pepper flakes
sour cream (optional)

Steps:

  • Swirl a small amount of olive oil into a large skillet.
  • Slice or dice kielbasa into bite size pieces.
  • Add kielbasa, onion, garlic and carrots to oil.
  • When kielbasa starts to brown, add cabbage to skillet.
  • When cabbage starts to caramelize, add red pepper flakes.
  • If desired, top with a dollop of sour cream.
  • Easy and can be adapted to your family's taste. Sometimes we add more kielbasa or carrots.

FAST KIELBASA CABBAGE SKILLET



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This easy, quick-to-fix recipe for kielbasa and cabbage has long been a staple at my house because it tastes so good.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1 to 2 teaspoons butter
1/2 pound smoked kielbasa or Polish sausage, cut into 1/2-inch slices
1/2 small head cabbage, coarsely chopped (about 3 cups)
1/4 cup chicken broth or water
Salt to taste, optional
Pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute onion and green pepper in butter until crisp-tender. Add sausage; cook and stir until browned. Add the cabbage, broth, salt if desired and pepper. Cover and cook 10-12 minutes or until cabbage is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 269 calories, Fat 13g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 66mg cholesterol, Sodium 1201mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CABBAGE AND KIELBASA



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Make and share this Cabbage and Kielbasa recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ElaineAnn

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 medium cabbage, shredded
1 -1 1/2 lb kielbasa, cut into 1/2 to 1-inch pieces
1 large onion, sliced
1 teaspoon paprika
1/4 cup water

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients, except kielbasa in Dutch Oven.
  • Toss mixture until well mixed.
  • Add kielbasa and mix until kielbasa is spread evenly throughout ingredients. Cover and cook over medium heat for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

KIELBASA CABBAGE DINNER



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Spicy kielbasa sausage and plentiful cabbage and potatoes give this dish a pleasing, Old World flair. My husband never liked cabbage before I made this, but now he does! -Romaine Wetzel, Ronks, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h25m

Yield 8-10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound smoked kielbasa or Polish sausage, cut into 1/2-inch slices
4 tablespoons butter, divided
1 large head cabbage (4 pounds), coarsely chopped
2 medium onions, chopped
4 cans (8 ounces each) tomato sauce
1/3 cup sugar
1 tablespoon paprika
3 to 4 large potatoes, peeled and cubed

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, brown sausage in 2 tablespoons butter; remove and set aside. In the same pan, saute cabbage and onions in remaining butter until onions are tender. , In a small bowl, combine the tomato sauce, sugar and paprika; pour over cabbage mixture. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes. Add the potatoes and reserved sausage. Cover and simmer for 30 minutes or until potatoes are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 371 calories, Fat 18g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 796mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose good quality cabbage: Look for firm, compact heads with no signs of wilting or bruising. Fresh cabbage should have a vibrant green color.
  • Use a large pot: Cabbage and kielbasa can take up a lot of space, so make sure you have a pot that's big enough to accommodate everything comfortably.
  • Don't overcrowd the pot: If you add too much cabbage and kielbasa to the pot, it will be difficult for the vegetables to cook evenly and the kielbasa may not brown properly.
  • Cook the cabbage until it's tender: Cabbage should be cooked until it's soft and slightly wilted, but still has a bit of a crunch to it. Overcooked cabbage will be mushy and bland.
  • Brown the kielbasa well: Browning the kielbasa adds flavor and color to the dish. Be sure to cook it over medium-high heat until it's browned on all sides.
  • Add the cabbage and cook until tender: Once the kielbasa is browned, add the cabbage and cook it until it's tender. Stir occasionally to ensure that the cabbage cooks evenly.
  • Season to taste: Once the cabbage is cooked, season it to taste with salt, pepper, and any other desired spices. You can also add a bit of vinegar or lemon juice for a tangy flavor.

Conclusion:

Cabbage and kielbasa is a simple but hearty and flavorful dish that's perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It's also a great way to use up leftover cabbage. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can have a delicious and satisfying meal on the table in no time. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, give cabbage and kielbasa a try. You won't be disappointed!

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