Best 6 Fried Irish Cabbage With Bacon Recipes

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Discover the art of creating a delightful dish with our comprehensive guide to preparing fried Irish cabbage with bacon. This classic recipe, often served as a comforting side dish or as a hearty vegetarian main course, brings together the flavors of crisp cabbage, savory bacon, and aromatic herbs. As you embark on this culinary journey, we will guide you through selecting the freshest ingredients, mastering the art of perfectly frying the cabbage, and incorporating the delectable bacon for a flavorful twist. Explore variations of this versatile recipe, including the addition of other vegetables, spices, and seasonings, to suit your personal taste preferences. Let's dive into the world of Irish cuisine and uncover the secrets to creating an unforgettable fried Irish cabbage with bacon dish that will tantalize your taste buds.

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

IRISH FRIED CABBAGE WITH BACON



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Irish Fried Cabbage and Bacon is a simple recipe that's pan-fried in bacon grease and loaded up with bacon pieces and onion and seasoned with brown sugar, salt, and pepper.

Provided by Rebecca Hubbell

Categories     Side Dish

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 ounces thick bacon (and drippings)
½ small onion (diced)
½ head green cabbage (shredded)
1 tablespoon light brown sugar (packed)
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Cook bacon in a deep cast iron skillet over medium-high heat until crisp, about 4 to 6 minutes. Use a slotted spatula to remove the bacon pieces and transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
  • Add the diced onion to the bacon drippings and cook until translucent, about 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Add shredded cabbage to the pan and toss to coat. Add in brown sugar, salt, and pepper and cook until cabbage is tender, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Add the bacon back to the cabbage and cook for another 2 to 3 minutes. Serve hot and season with additional salt and pepper if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 148 kcal, Carbohydrate 7 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 18 mg, Sodium 299 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving

FRIED IRISH CABBAGE WITH BACON



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Cabbage fried in bacon grease with bacon.

Provided by cmarten

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 (12 ounce) package bacon
¼ cup bacon drippings
1 small head cabbage, cored and finely chopped
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Cook bacon in a deep skillet over medium heat until crisp, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove bacon from skillet and drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Reserve 1/4 cup drippings in skillet.
  • Cook and stir cabbage in hot bacon drippings over medium heat until cabbage wilts, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Crumble bacon over cabbage. Stir and simmer until bacon is warmed, 2 to 3 minutes. Season with black pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220 calories, Carbohydrate 7.3 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Fat 17.8 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 8.5 g, SaturatedFat 6.5 g, Sodium 467.6 mg, Sugar 3.8 g

FRIED CABBAGE WITH BACON, ONION, AND GARLIC



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This is a family favorite that is put into every cookbook for my kids when they move out and get married. It is a beautiful dish with many colors and full of flavor. Warning, it is addictive.

Provided by Kathi Richards Smith

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Onion

Time 1h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 slices bacon, chopped
1 large onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 large head cabbage, cored and sliced
1 tablespoon salt, or to taste
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon garlic powder
⅛ teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • Place the bacon in a large stockpot and cook over medium-high heat until crispy, about 10 minutes. Add the onion and garlic; cook and stir until the onion caramelizes; about 10 minutes. Immediately stir in the cabbage and continue to cook and stir another 10 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, and paprika. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer, stirring occasionally, about 30 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 194.1 calories, Carbohydrate 15.5 g, Cholesterol 19 mg, Fat 12.9 g, Fiber 5.8 g, Protein 6.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.3 g, Sodium 1434.9 mg, Sugar 7.9 g

FRIED CABBAGE WITH BACON



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My family loves this fried cabbage recipe. I serve it with homemade cornbread. Make a lot, because there will not be any left.

Provided by Vairy

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Onion

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 thick bacon strips, cut into small pieces
1 large onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced, or more to taste
1 medium head cabbage, shredded or chopped
1 teaspoon paprika
1 pinch white sugar
salt to taste
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crisp, about 5 minutes. Remove bacon and set aside. Add onion and garlic and cook in bacon grease until onion is soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in cabbage, paprika, sugar, salt, and pepper; mix to combine. Cook for about 10 minutes.
  • Stir cooked bacon into the skillet with the cabbage mixture. Simmer over low heat until cabbage reaches the desired consistency, 20 to 30 minutes. Serve hot or warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 80.5 calories, Carbohydrate 9.1 g, Cholesterol 8.5 mg, Fat 3.4 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 4.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 219.9 mg, Sugar 4.6 g

FRIED IRISH CABBAGE WITH BACON



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Cabbage fried in bacon grease with bacon.

Provided by cmarten

Categories     Vegetable Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 (12 ounce) package bacon
¼ cup bacon drippings
1 small head cabbage, cored and finely chopped
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Cook bacon in a deep skillet over medium heat until crisp, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove bacon from skillet and drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Reserve 1/4 cup drippings in skillet.
  • Cook and stir cabbage in hot bacon drippings over medium heat until cabbage wilts, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Crumble bacon over cabbage. Stir and simmer until bacon is warmed, 2 to 3 minutes. Season with black pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220 calories, Carbohydrate 7.3 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Fat 17.8 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 8.5 g, SaturatedFat 6.5 g, Sodium 467.6 mg, Sugar 3.8 g

FRIED IRISH CABBAGE WITH BACON



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Cabbage fried in bacon grease with bacon.

Provided by cmarten

Categories     Vegetable Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 (12 ounce) package bacon
¼ cup bacon drippings
1 small head cabbage, cored and finely chopped
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Cook bacon in a deep skillet over medium heat until crisp, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove bacon from skillet and drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Reserve 1/4 cup drippings in skillet.
  • Cook and stir cabbage in hot bacon drippings over medium heat until cabbage wilts, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Crumble bacon over cabbage. Stir and simmer until bacon is warmed, 2 to 3 minutes. Season with black pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220 calories, Carbohydrate 7.3 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Fat 17.8 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 8.5 g, SaturatedFat 6.5 g, Sodium 467.6 mg, Sugar 3.8 g

Tips:

  • To save time, use pre-shredded cabbage.
  • If you don't have bacon grease, you can use olive oil or butter.
  • Be sure to cook the cabbage until it is tender but still has a little bit of crunch.
  • Season the cabbage with salt and pepper to taste.
  • For a more flavorful dish, add some cooked diced potatoes or carrots to the cabbage.
  • Serve the fried cabbage with your favorite main course, such as pork chops, chicken, or fish.

Conclusion:

Fried Irish cabbage with bacon is a simple but delicious side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy side dish, give fried cabbage with bacon a try. You won't be disappointed!

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