Gebratener Kohl Und Speck (fried Cabbage And Bacon)

Gebratener Kohl und Speck, or Fried Cabbage and Bacon, is a traditional dish from Lower Saxon cuisine that is simple, hearty, and full of flavor. This dish is perfect for a cozy family dinner or as a side dish for a larger gathering.

Gebratener Kohl Und Speck (fried Cabbage And Bacon)

Ingredients

  • 1 head of cabbage, chopped
  • 8 slices of bacon, chopped
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon caraway seeds
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon from the skillet and set aside, leaving the bacon fat in the skillet.
  2. Add the diced onion to the skillet and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add the minced garlic and caraway seeds to the skillet and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
  4. Add the chopped cabbage to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is tender, about 10-12 minutes.
  5. Season the cabbage with salt and pepper to taste, then stir in the cooked bacon.
  6. Remove the skillet from the heat and serve the gebratener Kohl und Speck hot.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
10 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
30 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
10g
Protein
8g
Fat
18g

Supplies

Large skillet Cutting board Sharp knife Wooden spoon

Tools

Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Gebratener Kohl und Speck pairs well with crusty bread and a cold beer.

Tips & tricks

Tip: For a smokier flavor, use smoked bacon in this recipe.

Cost

$8