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Fried Bacon and Cabbage

A classic Southern favorite, fried cabbage and bacon adds a hearty, comforting taste to any dish. This dish, which is straightforward but incredibly satisfying, perfectly balances taste and texture by combining tender, caramelized cabbage with crispy, smoky bacon.
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Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 large head cabbage chopped
  • 1 large onion sliced
  • 12 oz bacon chopped
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/4 cup distilled vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

Cook the Bacon:
  1. In a large skillet or Dutch oven, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove the bacon pieces and set aside, leaving the rendered bacon fat in the pan.
Sauté Onions:
  1. Add the sliced onion to the bacon fat and vegetable oil. Cook until the onions become soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
Add Cabbage:
  1. Add the chopped cabbage to the pan. Stir well to coat it in the oil and bacon fat. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is tender and slightly browned, about 15-20 minutes.
Season & Add Vinegar:
  1. Pour in the distilled vinegar and stir well. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Let cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the vinegar to slightly reduce and infuse the cabbage.
Finish:
  1. Stir the cooked bacon back into the cabbage mixture. Adjust seasoning if needed.
Serve:
  1. Serve hot as a comforting Southern side dish.
  2. Enjoy!