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Crispy Dairy-Free Cabbage and Bacon Skillet

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A quick and easy skillet recipe combining crispy bacon and caramelized cabbage for a flavorful, dairy-free meal perfect for weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 6–8 slices thick-cut bacon
  • 1 medium head green cabbage (about 2 pounds), cored and thinly sliced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 small yellow or white onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or bacon fat (optional)
  • Salt to taste (preferably kosher or sea salt)
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar (optional)

Instructions

  1. Chop the bacon into bite-sized pieces (about 1-inch strips). Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the bacon. Cook, stirring occasionally, until crispy and fat is rendered, about 8-10 minutes. Transfer bacon to a paper towel-lined plate, reserving bacon fat in the pan. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil if bacon is lean or for extra crispiness.
  2. Core the cabbage and slice into very thin strips. Thinly slice the onion as well.
  3. In the same skillet with bacon fat, add minced garlic and sliced onion. Cook over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and translucent, stirring frequently.
  4. Add the sliced cabbage to the skillet, spreading it evenly. Season with salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika. Cook undisturbed on medium-low heat for 5-7 minutes to develop a golden crust on the bottom.
  5. Stir the cabbage and continue cooking for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cabbage softens slightly but retains some crunch.
  6. Return the crispy bacon to the skillet and drizzle apple cider vinegar over everything. Stir to combine and cook for another minute to meld flavors.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed. Serve immediately while warm and crispy.

Notes

Avoid overcrowding the pan when cooking bacon to ensure crispiness. Let cabbage cook undisturbed to develop a crispy crust. Add bacon back near the end to keep it crispy. Use a splash of apple cider vinegar to brighten flavors. Reheat leftovers gently in a skillet to maintain texture.

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Keywords: cabbage skillet, dairy-free, bacon recipe, quick dinner, easy weeknight meal, crispy cabbage, gluten-free, low-carb

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