Best 3 Nanas Fried Cabbage Recipes

Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with Nanas' Fried Cabbage, a soul-satisfying dish that promises an explosion of flavors. Originating from the kitchens of African-American communities, this comforting dish has become a staple in many households. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with our curated collection of Nanas' Fried Cabbage recipes, each offering a unique twist on this classic. From traditional Southern-style to modern vegetarian variations, our recipes cater to diverse preferences and dietary needs. Whether you prefer crispy or tender cabbage, mild or spicy seasonings, or the addition of bacon or tofu, we have a recipe that will hit the spot. Prepare to relish the perfect balance of savory, sweet, and smoky flavors in every bite.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

FRIED CABBAGE WITH BACON, ONION, AND GARLIC

Fried Cabbage with Bacon, Onion, and Garlic image

This is a family favorite that is put into every cookbook for my kids when they move out and get married. It is a beautiful dish with many colors and full of flavor. Warning, it is addictive.

Provided by Kathi Richards Smith

Categories Side Dish Vegetables Onion

Time 1h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

6 slices bacon, chopped
1 large onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 large head cabbage, cored and sliced
1 tablespoon salt, or to taste
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon garlic powder
⅛ teaspoon paprika

Steps:

Place the bacon in a large stockpot and cook over medium-high heat until crispy, about 10 minutes. Add the onion and garlic; cook and stir until the onion caramelizes; about 10 minutes. Immediately stir in the cabbage and continue to cook and stir another 10 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, and paprika. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer, stirring occasionally, about 30 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 194.1 calories, Carbohydrate 15.5 g, Cholesterol 19 mg, Fat 12.9 g, Fiber 5.8 g, Protein 6.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.3 g, Sodium 1434.9 mg, Sugar 7.9 g

NANA'S FRIED CABBAGE

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This is my Nana's recipe, taught to me when I was little. She used Rotel tomatoes, but I can't take the spicyness. So, I updated her recipe, and later learned that I could "steam" chicken breast strips, (at the end of Step 1) and make a complete one-skillet meal for the family. I actually make this when we're camping, and...

Provided by Carolyne Kleinman

Categories Vegetables

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1/2 medium head of cabbage, shredded
1 large onions, yellow, chopped
1 3/4 Tbsp olive oil, light
2 c pace picante sauce
1 1/4 c monterey jack cheese, shredded
dash(es) salt and pepper

Steps:

1. In a large (12" or larger) skillet heat the olive oil over medium heat and add onions, then the cabbage. Lightly salt and then cover the skillet.
2. Allow the cabbage to "sweat and wilt" - the onions will be clear, and the cabbage will be translucent when done. You may want to stir gently with a wooden spatula to keep either cabbage or onions from sticking.
3. Add Pace Picante sauce - your choice of "heat" - mild, medium or hot. When thoroughly heated, turn off heat, sprinkle cheese over top of the mixture and cover again until cheese is melted. Serve.

NANA'S SWEET AND SOUR CABBAGE

Nana's Sweet and Sour Cabbage image

The cabbage cooks with the sugar and vinegar to make a nice mellow flavor. My Nana would serve it with potato dumplings and sour bratten. One of my favorite recipes. To make this recipe lighter just substitute the sugar for 1 1/2 times it's amount in Splenda.

Provided by gingersnap081

Categories Vegetable

Time 1h

Yield 6-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1/4 cup butter
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup vinegar
1/4 teaspoon caraway seed (optional)
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 teaspoons salt
2 quarts purple cabbage, shredded or thinly sliced (2lbs.)

Steps:

Saute onion in butter until golden brown.
Add the sugar, vinegar, caraway, pepper and salt. Mix.
Add the purple cabbage and toss well with the wet ingredients.
Cook covered (dutch oven works best) over medium heat about 40 minutes or until cabbage is tender.

Tips:

Choose a head of cabbage that is firm and heavy for its size, with tightly packed leaves.
Use a sharp knife to thinly slice the cabbage, as this will help it cook evenly.
If you don't have a wok, you can use a large skillet or Dutch oven.
Be sure to heat the oil over medium-high heat before adding the cabbage, as this will help prevent it from sticking.
Stir the cabbage frequently while cooking, to ensure that it cooks evenly.
Add the sauce ingredients towards the end of cooking, and stir to coat the cabbage.
Serve the fried cabbage immediately, as it is best when fresh.

Conclusion:

Nana's Fried Cabbage is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up leftover cabbage, and it can be made with a variety of different ingredients. Whether you like it simple or spicy, this recipe is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy side dish, give Nana's Fried Cabbage a try!