Keto Fried Cabbage & Sausage

Keto Fried Cabbage & Sausage is a quick, tasty, and low-carb skillet meal. It is ideal for hectic weeknights or simple meal preparation. This cozy and delicious meal is made with a combination of cabbage, onions, garlic, and sausage. It is perfect for people who are on the keto or low-carb diet because it is naturally gluten-free, low in carbs, and loaded with healthy fats. We can easily customize this recipe according to personal preference by adding the preferred sausage, adding red pepper flakes to make the dish spicy, or adding butter or bacon grease to make this dish more indulgent and tasty. This Keto Fried Cabbage and Sausage is storage-friendly, and we can easily preserve this dish and reheat it in the skillet.

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STATS:

• Calories: 325kcal
• Prep time: Ten mints.
• Cook time: Twenty mints.
• Total time: Thirty mints.
• Serving size: 1 ½ cups
• Cuisine: American
• Course: Main
• Diet: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free
• Servings: 4

EQUIPMENT:

• Large skillet
• Spatula
• Knife
• Chopping board

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 medium head of green cabbage
• 14 oz. smoked sausage
• 2 tbsp. olive oil or butter
• One small onion
• Two pieces of garlic
• Salt & pepper
• ½ tsp. paprika
• ¼ tsp. Red pepper flakes

INGREDIENTS NOTES:

CABBAGE:

• Green cabbage is a good choice for a traditional taste and texture. When cooked, it adds heft without adding carbohydrates and softens wonderfully. You could also utilize the pre-shredded cabbage, coleslaw or red cabbage for simplicity.

SAUSAGE:

• We have to pick a fully cooked, sugar-free smoked sausage, such as beef, Andouille, or kielbasa, to make it keto-friendly. We don’t have to use the sausage with the added sugar or additives that raise the carbohydrate content.

ONION:

• We can use a tiny bit of onion to make the dish flavorful and tasty. We have to use only half an onion or substitute green onions if you’re managing your carb intake.

GARLIC:

• We have to use fresh garlic to prepare the flavorful dish. We can also use the garlic powder, around ½ tsp. if fresh garlic is not available.

OLIVE OIL OR BUTTER:

• We can use olive oil or butter to saute the cabbage and onions; they provide the healthy fats in the keto diet. We can also add the bacon grease for a smoky richness.

SEASONING:

• We can add the red pepper flakes, paprika, salt, and pepper to make this dish delightful and tasty. And we can easily adjust the seasoning and heat to our preference.

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INSTRUCTION:

1. We can core and shred the cabbage, and also cut the onions & pork into slices.
2. Add 1 tablespoon of oil to a large skillet on a moderate flame and brown the sausage for 4 to 5 minutes.
3. When the sausage gets cooked properly, we can place the sausage in the plate.
4. Add another tablespoon of oil in the same skillet and cook the onions for three to four minutes or till they are transparent & soft.
5. We can add the garlic and cook for a further 30 seconds or till we get the aroma of the garlic.
6. Now we can put the cabbage in the pan and sauté the cabbage for 8 to 10 minutes by stirring frequently till it gets softened and gently browned.
7. Then we can season the cabbage with the desire seasoning.
8. We can put the sausage back in the skillet with the cabbage.
9. Cook for a further two to three minutes by stirring till everything is properly heated.
10. Now the Keto Fried Cabbage & Sausage is ready, we can taste and adjust the seasoning if required, and serve warm.

TIPS:

• We can add a spoonful of bacon fat while the cabbage is cooking to make this dish more indulgent and delicious.
• You can squeeze in a little apple cider vinegar to add brightness.
• We can also add a dollop of sour cream or some shredded cheese over the dish to make this dish more indulgent.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

• We can transfer the remaining sausage and cabbage skillet to the sealed box and store the dish for 4 days.

FREEZER:

• We can make the portion of this sausage and cabbage skillet for more than 2 months.

REHEAT:

• We can warm up this dish in the skillet on medium heat.

FAQs:

Is this sausage and cabbage skillet spicy?

• This sausage and cabbage skillet sis mildly spicy, and we can adjust the spiciness according to preference.

How can I make this dish vegetarian?

• We can add the plant-based sausage and mushrooms in place of sausage, and also use the vegetable broth to make this dish vegetarian.

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NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Calories: 325 kcal
Total Carbs: 9g
Fiber: 2g
Net Carbs: 7g
Protein: 14g
Fat: 25g
Sodium: 800mg
Potassium: 600mg
Calcium: 60mg
Iron: 2mg
Vitamin A: 250 IU