Best 4 Mamas Cabbage Recipes

Cabbage is a versatile vegetable that can be prepared in many different ways. Mama's Cabbage is a classic Southern dish that is both simple and delicious. It is made with fresh cabbage, bacon, onion, and spices. The cabbage is cooked until it is tender and slightly caramelized, and the bacon adds a smoky flavor. Mama's Cabbage is a great side dish for any meal, and it can also be served as a main course with a side of cornbread or mashed potatoes.

In addition to the classic Mama's Cabbage recipe, the article also includes variations on the dish, such as:

* **Loaded Mama's Cabbage:** This recipe adds shredded cheese, sour cream, and green onions to the classic Mama's Cabbage recipe.
* **Slow Cooker Mama's Cabbage:** This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights. Simply add all of the ingredients to your slow cooker and cook on low for 8 hours.
* **Keto Mama's Cabbage:** This recipe is a low-carb version of Mama's Cabbage that uses cauliflower instead of cabbage.
* **Vegan Mama's Cabbage:** This recipe is made without any meat or dairy products. It uses tofu instead of bacon and vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.

No matter which recipe you choose, you are sure to enjoy this classic Southern dish. Mama's Cabbage is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages.

Let's cook with our recipes!

MAMA'S FRIED CABBAGE

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Make and share this Mama's Fried Cabbage recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Chef Roly-Poly

Categories Greens

Time 1h

Yield 6 cups cabbage, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1/4 lb bacon
1 medium onion, chopped
1/2 cup very thinly sliced celery
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
6 cups cabbage, chopped to about 1 inch dice
1/4 cup chicken stock
salt and black pepper

Steps:

In a large, deep skillet,on medium heat, cook bacon until crisp. Remove to paper towels to drain. Pour off all but about 2 to 3 tablespoons of fat and saute onion and celery til onion is somewhat translucent. Add chicken stock, red pepper flakes and cabbage. Cover and simmer til cabbage is tender/crisp. season to taste with salt and pepper. Crumble bacon and
mix with cabbage. Serve.

MOM'S CABBAGE PATCH SOUP

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This is a yummy recipe for when it's cold outside.

Provided by Brandy Bender

Categories Vegetable Soup

Time 4h10m

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

3 heads of cabbage
8 carrots, sliced
10 potatoes, cubed
25 beef bouillon, cubes
3 lb ground beef
6 c water
salt and pepper to taste
pinch celery salt
1 can(s) tomato sauce (optional)

Steps:

1. Chop Cabbage Heads into 4 Wedges, Chop up all Vegetables.
2. Brown The Ground Beef, Add with all of the Vegetables into a Roaster. Add The 6 cups of Water, Celery Salt and all of the Buillion Cubes.
3. Set Roaster at 300 degrees and let simmer for 4 hours. Add Tomato Sauce (optional) and add Salt and Pepper to your liking. Enjoy!

FRIED CABBAGE MAMA'S WAY

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This is the fried cabbage recipe the way my mama made it for all 11 of us kids when we were growing up in rural Arkansas. I still make it the way she did except I add both red & green Bell Pepper for both flavor & color. It is a quick, easy & a very simple recipe. Nothing fancy but really has lots of flavor. Add a skillet of...

Provided by Rose Mary Mogan

Categories Vegetables

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 medium head of cabbage about 3-3 1/2 pounds
6 slice bacon
1 medium onion, sliced
1 medium red bell pepper
1 medium green bell pepper
2 Tbsp minced garlic
salt & pepper to taste( i use kosher salt, & coarsly grated black pepper)

Steps:

1. Cook bacon in large skillet or pot till crisp. I like to use a cast iron skillet because that is what mama used. Remove when bacon is crisp. Core cabbage & cut into shreds with knife, wash and add to skillet along with onion, minced garlic and bell pepper.Turn heat to medium low. Cover with a tight fitting lid and allow cabbage to wilt down. Stirring occassionally to prevent sticking. Cook until crisp tender. Season with salt & pepper. Crumble bacon and sprinkle over top. Stir to mix bacon with cabbage, & serve while hot.
2. We always had buttermilk cornbread for supper. Here is the recipe for Mama's Buttermilk Corn Bread. https://www.justapinch.com/print/bread/savory-bread/mamas-buttermilk-corn-bread.html Mama never used garlic when we were growing up, but I added it, & use it in many of my dishes when I am cooking, she just used what we had in the garden, cabbage,green bell pepper, and green onions or the regular onions. Which ever were available at the time.

MOMMA'S MARINATED RED CABBAGE

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My mom made a mean sauerbraten dinner with dumplings and red cabbage. This is her recipe and it's the real mc coy!

Provided by Gingerbee

Categories Vegetable

Time P1DT1h

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 head red cabbage, sliced thin
1 medium onion, sliced thin
1/2 teaspoon caraway seed
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/2 cup apple juice
1 whole apple, peeled,cored and grated
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

Sprinkle cabbage with red wine vinegar, caraway seeds.
Cover with plastic and marinate overnight in refridgerator.
Next day, in a covered saucepan, heat olive oil and saute onions.
Add cabbage, sugar, lemon juice, apple juice and grated apple.
Simmer covered for 1 hour on the stovetop.
Ready to serve with braised meats, potato dumplings and gravy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 184.3, Fat 3.9, SaturatedFat 0.5, Sodium 351.5, Carbohydrate 37.5, Fiber 6.1, Sugar 26.4, Protein 3.5

Tips:

Use a large pot or Dutch oven to ensure the cabbage has enough room to cook evenly.
Slice the cabbage thinly so that it cooks quickly and evenly.
Add a variety of seasonings to the cabbage, such as salt, pepper, garlic, and onion, to enhance its flavor.
Cook the cabbage over medium heat until it is tender but still has a slight crunch.
Serve the cabbage immediately as a side dish or as a main course with roasted or grilled meats.

Conclusion:

Mama's cabbage is a simple but delicious dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its combination of sweet and sour flavors, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table.