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Easy Cajun Fried Cabbage

April 29, 2019 By Glitter & Graze — Leave a Comment

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With this easy Cajun fried cabbage recipe you can have a tasty side dish in just 15 minutes.  Just 4 ingredients is all that is needed and you’re ready to enjoy.

a white bowl of cajun fried cabbage

I don’t know about you, but I love cabbage. Not only is it full of healthy stuff it’s a cheap vegetable compared to others. And a little goes a long way.

Not only can this recipe be a great side dish you can make it a whole meal by adding some sausage to it for an quick and easy dinner.

a bottle red wine vinegar bowl of butter cabbage and can of tonis cajun seasoning

What is Fried Cabbage?

It simply is taking butter and cabbage and pan frying it until it’s tender. A lot of times onions or bacon are added to the dish.

It originates as an Irish dish usually served with corned beef, but has also been known to be a staple southern dish.

Did you know cabbage is actually super healthy too? Cabbage is packed with so many nutrients. Read all about the 9 Impressive Benefits of Cabbage.

Preparing the Cabbage

Start by taking a head of cabbage and pulling off any outside leaves (Photo 1) Then take a sharp knife and cut the cabbage in half putting one half of the cabbage aside (Photo 2)

You will see the core of the cabbage and just cut along the sides and top of it and pull it out and discard (Photo 3) Then start cutting the cabbage in strips (Photo 4)

Cooking Fried Cabbage

Start by taking a big pan and adding butter to it over medium high heat (Photo 1) Once the butter is melted add the chopped up cabbage (Photo 2)

Next add the red wine vinegar (Photo 3) and then the Toni’s cajun seasoning (Photo 4) Cook for 15 minutes while continuously stirring so the cabbage will cook evenly (Photo 5)

Tips to Know

  • You don’t have to use just green cabbage. Red cabbage works and tastes just as great.
  • If you want to use the whole cabbage double the butter, add an extra teaspoon of Toni’s Cajun Seasoning, and an extra tablespoon of red wine vinegar.
  • If you want to add bacon and onions chop up both in small pieces and add them to the pan first. Cook until the bacon is cooked and omit the butter because the bacon grease will be a substitute.
  • Only cooking the cabbage for 15 minutes gives it a tender, but still a slightly crunch taste. You can cook longer for a lot more tender texture, but don’t cook too long or it becomes mushy.
  • If you want to cut some of the time out and make this super easy you can buy pre-cut cabbage in the produce department.
  • If you want to make this recipe a little healthier omit the butter. Instead spray the cabbage with cooking spray and you will save on the calories.

Other Recipes To Try

Cabbage Steaks with Balsamic Dressing
Sausage and Cabbage Skillet
Ranch Coleslaw
Chicken Asian Salad

Do you need more great side dishes? Check out these side dishes that will go perfect with your next dinner.

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a white bowl of cajun fried cabbage
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Easy Cajun Fried Cabbage

With this easy Cajun fried cabbage recipe you can have a tasty side dish in just 15 minutes. Just 4 ingredients is all that is needed and you’re ready to enjoy.
Prep Time2 mins
Cook Time15 mins
Total Time12 mins
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cajun fried cabbage, easy fried cabbage, fried cabbage
Servings: 4
Calories: 83kcal
Author: Glitter and Graze

Ingredients

  • 1/2 head of cabbage about 16oz
  • 2 TBSP butter
  • 1.5 TBSP red wine vinegar
  • 2 TSP Ton’y Cajun seasoning

Instructions

  • Start by taking a head of cabbage and pulling off any outside leaves 
  • Take a sharp knife and cut the cabbage in half putting one half of the cabbage aside 
  • You will see the core of the cabbage and just cut along the sides and top of it and pull it out and discard and then cut the cabbage into strips
  • Take a big pan and add butter to it over medium high heat and once the butter is melted add the chopped up cabbage 
  • Next add the red wine vinegar and then the Toni’s cajun seasoning and cook for 15 minutes while continuously stirring so the cabbage will cook evenly 

Notes

  • You don’t have to use just green cabbage. Red cabbage works and tastes just as great.
  • If you want to use the whole cabbage double the butter, add an extra Teaspoon of Toni’s Cajun Seasoning, and an extra tablespoon of red wine vinegar.
  • If you want to add bacon and onions chop up both in small pieces and add them to the pan first. Cook until the bacon is cooked and omit the butter because the bacon grease will be a substitute.
  • Only cooking the bacon for 15 minutes gives it a tender, but still a slightly crunch taste. You can cook longer for a lot more tender texture, but don’t cook too long or it becomes mushy.
  • If you want to cut some of the time out and make this super easy you can buy pre-cut cabbage in the produce department.
  • If you want to make this recipe a little healthier omit the butter. Instead spray the cabbage with cooking spray and you will save on the calories.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Easy Cajun Fried Cabbage
Amount Per Serving (1 g)
Calories 83 Calories from Fat 54
% Daily Value*
Fat 6g9%
Saturated Fat 3g19%
Cholesterol 15mg5%
Sodium 72mg3%
Potassium 219mg6%
Carbohydrates 7g2%
Fiber 3g13%
Sugar 3g3%
Protein 1g2%
Vitamin A 855IU17%
Vitamin C 41.6mg50%
Calcium 48mg5%
Iron 0.8mg4%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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Update Notes: This post was originally publish in July of 2017, but was updated with new pictures, recipe tweaks, step by step picture instructions, and expert tips in April 2019.

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Filed Under: Recipes, Side Dishes Tagged With: cabbage, cajun, cajun cabbage, dinner side, easy sides, fried, side dish

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