Description
A warm and savory Southern side dish featuring tender cabbage sautéed with onions, garlic, and smoked turkey for a comforting, flavorful addition to any meal.
Ingredients
1 large green cabbage (about 2½–3 pounds / 1.1–1.4 kg), cored and sliced
4 slices turkey bacon, chopped (about 4 oz / 115 g) or 1 cup (140 g) diced smoked turkey
2 tablespoons olive oil (30 ml)
1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced (about 1 cup / 150 g)
3 cloves garlic, minced (about 1 tablespoon / 15 g)
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (1 g), optional
1 teaspoon paprika (2 g)
½ teaspoon black pepper (1 g)
1 teaspoon salt (5 g), or to taste
½ teaspoon onion powder (1 g)
½ teaspoon garlic powder (1 g)
¼ cup low-sodium chicken broth (60 ml)
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (15 ml)
1 tablespoon unsalted butter (14 g), optional
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and cook turkey bacon for 4–5 minutes until lightly crisp. Remove and set aside.
Add olive oil if needed and sauté sliced onion for 5–7 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic and cook 30 seconds.
Add sliced cabbage and all seasonings. Stir well to combine.
Pour in chicken broth, cover, and cook over medium-low heat for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Remove lid and cook 5–7 more minutes to allow excess moisture to evaporate and cabbage to lightly caramelize.
Stir turkey bacon back in, add butter and apple cider vinegar, and cook until butter melts. Adjust seasoning and serve hot.
Notes
For a vegetarian version, omit turkey and add mushrooms or a splash of soy sauce for depth. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat gently in a skillet for best texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes