Description
This Southern Fried Cabbage with Shrimp recipe combines the smoky flavors of bacon, tender caramelized cabbage, and juicy shrimp for an irresistible, easy-to-make dish. Perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, this recipe is a one-skillet wonder that’s low-carb and keto-friendly.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large green cabbage, chopped
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 slices of bacon, chopped
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook Bacon: Fry chopped bacon in a skillet until crispy. Remove and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the skillet.
- Sauté Shrimp: In the bacon fat, cook shrimp until pink and opaque. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté Vegetables: Add butter, sauté onion until translucent, and stir in garlic.
- Cook Cabbage: Toss in cabbage and season with paprika, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Stir occasionally and cook until tender.
- Combine Ingredients: Add bacon, shrimp, and apple cider vinegar. Stir and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Serve: Garnish with parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- Adjust cayenne pepper to your spice preference.
- Serve with cornbread, rice, or as a standalone dish.
- For a healthier alternative, replace bacon with turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Calories: 290 kcal
- Sodium: 640 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 20 g
Keywords: Shrimp and cabbage skillet, Southern cabbage with shrimp, fried cabbage and shrimp recipe, one-pot shrimp and cabbage