**Fried Cabbage and Hot Dogs: A Comforting and Budget-Friendly Meal**
When it comes to comfort food, few dishes can beat the classic combination of fried cabbage and hot dogs. This simple yet satisfying meal is a staple in many households, and for good reason. It's easy to make, budget-friendly, and absolutely delicious. Whether you're looking for a quick weeknight dinner or a hearty meal to feed a crowd, fried cabbage and hot dogs is sure to hit the spot. In this article, we'll provide you with three variations of this classic dish: a traditional Southern-style recipe, a healthier version with roasted cabbage, and a spicy Mexican-inspired take. So gather your ingredients and let's get cooking!
FRIED CABBAGE AND KIELBASA RECIPE
Steps:
- Preheat a large skillet. Add a splash of olive oil to the pan to the preheated pan and add the sliced kielbasa. Cook 2-3 minutes per side, or until it is nicely browned and heated through. Remove the kielbasa to a plate.
- Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the same pan, and add the chopped onion. Cook over medium heat for 3-4 minutes, stirring often, until it softens.
- Add the sliced cabbage and stir. (See notes.) Add the sugar, salt, and pepper, and stir well. Cook over low-medium heat for 10-25 minutes (see notes), stirring every few minutes.
- Once the cabbage is cooked to your liking, add in the cooked kielbasa, stir, and cook 2 minutes to heat everything through. Season with more salt, if desired, and freshly ground black pepper. Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 350 kcal, Carbohydrate 3 g, Fat 3 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving
FRIED CABBAGE AND HOT DOGS
This is not diet food, for sure. You can use 1/2 stick of butter instead of the entire stick. We love butter in this house so I use the whole stick. Also, you can substitute hot dogs with kielbasa, or sausage. You could also save on the calories if you stir fry this with just a bit of oil
Provided by Sue Faccone
Categories Other Main Dishes
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- 1. In a large skillet put 1/2 stick of butter. Put the skillet on high heat.
- 2. Cut the cabbage head in half and then half again. Cut the half a head into small pieces and put into the skillet. Stir it around until it is coated with butter.
- 3. Cut up the onion and add to the cabbage. Let it cook for about 10 minutes, stirring often until the cabbage starts to brown a bit. Cut the hot dogs in to small pieces and add to the mixture.
- 4. Stir and continue cooking until hot dogs start to brown. Add all the spice and stir again. Add the rest of the butter and stir until butter is melted then once everything is browned, reduce the heat to simmer and cover. Let it cook for about 15-20 minutes.
- 5. Cabbage should be soft and coated with the butter. Stir again and serve.
CABBAGE DOGS (HOT DOGS)
I "invented" this one just today (2-18-10) when I got really hungry for something that would be both hearty and easy to prepare. It sort of looks like the devil in the skillet but the eye appeal is much better on the bun and it tastes great. Use a decent brand of weiners for this -- I use Oscar Meyer bun-length weiners which I buy only when they are on sale at two dollars a package (of eight weiners) instead of the normal price of four -- they freeze pretty good. These dogs are mildly spicy and sweet. Serve this dish either for lunch or for a quick informal supper since the meat, the vegetables, and the bread are all included in this entree.
Provided by Bone Man
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 25m
Yield 5 hot dogs, 5 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large no-stick skillet, over medium heat, pour in the olive oil and after it begins to shimmer (about 2 minutes), add all other ingredients except for the water. Carefully blend the ingredients with a large spoon.
- Saute for five minutes uncopvered. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and allow the blend to continue cooking until the cabbage and onions are tender. Stir occassionally. (Five minutes after the skillet is first covered, add the water and continue cooking until the vegetables tenderize and until most of the water evaporates -- you can crack the lid just a bit to make this happen faster.)
- The total cooking time covered is about 10-15 minutes.
- Place weiner pieces on a bun and top with the cooked cabbage and onions. Add a little mustard to the hot dog if you wish, and serve.
- NOTE: You can actually double or triple the number of hot dog pieces in this mix if you're feeding a crowd. There will be plenty of cabbage for the toppings. Also adjust the hot pepper sauce, adding more or less, to meet your family's personal tastes. Using Tabasco instead of Frank's brand pepper sauce will make it twice as hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 344.4, Fat 18.1, SaturatedFat 5.5, Cholesterol 19.1, Sodium 928, Carbohydrate 36.5, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 12.7, Protein 10.5
FRIED CABBAGE
When I was young, my family grew our own cabbages. It was fun to put them to use in the kitchen, just as I did with this comforting side. With potatoes, deviled eggs and cornbread, fried cabbage tastes like home. -Bernice Morris, Marshfield, Missouri
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 20m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in the sugar, salt, pepper flakes and pepper. Add the cabbage and water. Cook for 5-6 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 59 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 251mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
Tips:
- To save time, use pre-shredded cabbage or coleslaw mix.
- For a crispy cabbage, cook it over high heat.
- Add some diced onion or bell pepper to the cabbage for extra flavor.
- Season the cabbage with salt, pepper, and garlic powder to taste.
- Use your favorite hot dog brand and toppings.
- Serve the fried cabbage and hot dogs immediately.
Conclusion:
Fried cabbage and hot dogs is a quick and easy meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. It is also a budget-friendly meal that can be made with simple ingredients. The cabbage is crispy and flavorful, and the hot dogs are juicy and savory. This dish is sure to be a hit with the whole family.
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