In the realm of culinary delights, few dishes can rival the irresistible allure of fried cabbage prepared in the vibrant style of Texas. This savory dish, characterized by its mouthwatering blend of flavors and textures, has captivated taste buds across the Lone Star State and beyond. If you seek a culinary adventure that promises to tantalize your palate, look no further than the art of making fried cabbage Texas style. Embark on this journey of flavors, where cabbage takes center stage, enveloped in a symphony of spices, herbs, and the warmth of sizzling oil. Prepare to indulge in a dish that embodies the essence of Texan cuisine, a harmonious fusion of bold flavors and delectable textures.
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FRIED CABBAGE TEXAS STYLE
This cabbage is sauteed with onion and jalapeno, and gets an added kick from a pinch of cayenne pepper. A little spicy , but works well with any Southern meal!
Provided by ChiliTex
Categories Side Dish Vegetables
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place the shredded cabbage into a large bowl, and sprinkle the sugar over it. This will remove the excess water from the cabbage. Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain, crumble and set aside, reserving grease in skillet.
- In a small bowl, mix together the cornbread mix and cayenne pepper. Stir into the cabbage until well blended. In the skillet the bacon was cooked in, saute onion and jalapeno in the hot bacon grease until tender. Stir in cabbage, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook until the cabbage wilts, about 15 minutes. Stir in crumbled bacon, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 300.2 calories, Carbohydrate 22.5 g, Cholesterol 28.9 mg, Fat 20.4 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 8.5 g, SaturatedFat 6.6 g, Sodium 584.3 mg, Sugar 9.2 g
FRIED CABBAGE
When I was young, my family grew our own cabbages. It was fun to put them to use in the kitchen, just as I did with this comforting side. With potatoes, deviled eggs and cornbread, fried cabbage tastes like home. -Bernice Morris, Marshfield, Missouri
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 20m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in the sugar, salt, pepper flakes and pepper. Add the cabbage and water. Cook for 5-6 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 59 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 251mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
TEXAS COUNTRY CABBAGE
This boiled cabbage recipe has been in our family for decades and can be enjoyed by all cabbage lovers. We sometimes serve this delicious dish by itself, but usually with butter beans (large lima) and county fried potatoes.
Provided by BillyJ
Categories Beans
Time 1h
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Fry bacon until crispy and break into small pieces (set aside).
- Rinse whole head of cabbage.
- Removing loose leaves, break into smaller pieces and save.
- Cut 1 inch thick slice off bottom of head.
- This allows cabbage to sit upright in pan.
- Break slice into smaller pieces and save.
- Cut a round circle large enough and deep enough in top of cabbage head to place your whole onion.
- Be careful while cutting the hole.
- TIP: Using onion as guide, cut circle with depth of pearing knife, cris-cross cuts inside circle at same depth, then dig out hole area with spoon.
- Save cabbage you remove.
- Using a heavy guage, deep pot, add water then place cabbage head in center, place whole peeled onion in hole in top of cabbage.
- Add all cabbage (saved above) around the head, in bottom of pan.
- Add 1/4 stick of butter on top of onion.
- combine all other seasonings (except parsley) and sprinkle on top of and around head of cabbage.
- Cover and cook on low-med heat for approximately 45 minutes.
- Add Butter as described below.
- NOTE:.
- Add remainder of butter on top of onion in 15 minute and 1/4 stick increments during cooking.
- Also, spoon stock over top of cabbage when adding butter.
- At 30 minutes, cut onion in quarters but leave in place.
- During the last 15 minutes sprinkle bacon and parsley over cabbage and onion.
- When done, onion and cabbage will have opened and fallen into a tender, delicious heap.
- Turn off heat, leave covered for 5 minutes then serve and enjoy boiled cabbage East Texas style.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 362, Fat 30.6, SaturatedFat 17.1, Cholesterol 71.9, Sodium 965.9, Carbohydrate 19.9, Fiber 7.1, Sugar 9, Protein 6.1
FRIED CABBAGE TEXAS STYLE
This cabbage is sauteed with onion and jalapeno, and gets an added kick from a pinch of cayenne pepper. A little spicy , but works well with any Southern meal!
Provided by ChiliTex
Categories Vegetable Side Dishes
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place the shredded cabbage into a large bowl, and sprinkle the sugar over it. This will remove the excess water from the cabbage. Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain, crumble and set aside, reserving grease in skillet.
- In a small bowl, mix together the cornbread mix and cayenne pepper. Stir into the cabbage until well blended. In the skillet the bacon was cooked in, saute onion and jalapeno in the hot bacon grease until tender. Stir in cabbage, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook until the cabbage wilts, about 15 minutes. Stir in crumbled bacon, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 300.2 calories, Carbohydrate 22.5 g, Cholesterol 28.9 mg, Fat 20.4 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 8.5 g, SaturatedFat 6.6 g, Sodium 584.3 mg, Sugar 9.2 g
Tips:
- To save time, use pre-shredded cabbage.
- If you don't have bacon grease, you can use vegetable oil or butter.
- Add some chopped onion, garlic, or bell pepper to the cabbage for extra flavor.
- Season the cabbage with salt, pepper, and other spices to taste.
- Serve the cabbage as a side dish or main course.
Conclusion:
Fried cabbage is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It's a great way to use up leftover cabbage, and it's also a budget-friendly meal. With its simple ingredients and easy preparation, fried cabbage is a dish that everyone can enjoy.
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