Fried Cabbage with Shrimp, Sausage & Bacon

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ingredients:

5 slices of bacon, chopped
½ cup yellow onions, chopped
3 cups cabbage, thinly sliced
10–12 shrimp, deveined and tails off
1 link kielbasa or smoked sausage, sliced into ½-inch rounds
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp seafood seasoning (like Old Bay)
½ tsp smoked paprika

Instructions:

1. Cook the Bacon:
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the chopped bacon until crispy. Remove the bacon and set aside. Leave about 1–2 tablespoons of bacon fat in the skillet.
2. Sauté Onions & Sausage:
Add chopped onions and kielbasa to the skillet. Sauté for about 4–5 minutes until the onions are soft and the sausage is browned. Remove and set aside.
3. Cook the Shrimp:
In the same skillet, add olive oil if needed, then add shrimp. Season with seafood seasoning and cook for 2–3 minutes per side or until pink and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
4. Fry the Cabbage:
Add the sliced cabbage to the skillet. Sprinkle with smoked paprika and a bit more seasoning if desired. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 6–8 minutes until tender but slightly crisp.
5. Combine Everything:
Return the bacon, sausage, onions, and shrimp to the skillet with the cabbage. Toss well to combine and heat everything through for 2–3 more minutes.
6. Serve:
Serve hot as a main dish or hearty side.