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Cabbage Bacon Onion

A savory dish blending crispy bacon with tender caramelized onions and cabbage, perfect for any weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 4 slices of bacon
  • 1 medium onion thinly sliced
  • ½ head of green cabbage chopped
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil optional for extra richness

Equipment

  • Large skillet or frying pan
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Once the bacon is crispy, remove it from the pan and let it cool. Crumble it into small pieces.
  3. In the same skillet, add the sliced onions to the bacon fat and sauté until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
  4. Add the chopped cabbage to the skillet with the onions.
  5. Sprinkle salt and pepper over the cabbage and onions.
  6. Cook for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally until the cabbage is tender.
  7. Return the crumbled bacon to the pan and stir to combine.
  8. Remove from heat and serve warm.

Notes

This dish pairs well with grilled meats or as a topping for rice or quinoa.