Best 10 Red Cabbage With Bacon Recipes

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Discover the vibrant Red Cabbage with Bacon, a culinary delight that blends tangy flavors with a smoky aroma. This versatile dish tantalizes taste buds as a delectable side or a hearty main course. Explore variations of this classic recipe, including a traditional German rendition, a tangy vinegar-based version, and a sweet and savory combination with apples and cranberries. Each recipe offers unique twists and delectable flavors, promising a culinary journey that will leave you craving more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

LISA'S FRIED RED CABBAGE WITH BACON



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My husband loves cabbage and boiled or fried he likes both. It is so simple to fix it. They are so delicious and tasty. My kids loves them also.

Provided by Lisa Johnson

Categories     Vegetables

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 head red cabbage, shredded
1 chopped onion
6 slice bacon, cooked and crumbled
2 Tbsp sugar
2 Tbsp cornstarch
1/2 c water
1/3 c vinegar
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • 1. Cut and shred red cabbage. Cook bacon and put bacon on paper towel and set aside. Put drippings in a skillet and put the cabbage in a skillet and add water and bring to a boil and reduce to medium-low heat. Add sugar, cornstarch, vinegar, salt and pepper and stir well. Add bacon and crumbled in cabbage mixture and cook for 25 minutes until the cabbage is tender and thick.

FRIED CABBAGE WITH BACON



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My family loves this fried cabbage recipe. I serve it with homemade cornbread. Make a lot, because there will not be any left.

Provided by Vairy

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Onion

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 thick bacon strips, cut into small pieces
1 large onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced, or more to taste
1 medium head cabbage, shredded or chopped
1 teaspoon paprika
1 pinch white sugar
salt to taste
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crisp, about 5 minutes. Remove bacon and set aside. Add onion and garlic and cook in bacon grease until onion is soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in cabbage, paprika, sugar, salt, and pepper; mix to combine. Cook for about 10 minutes.
  • Stir cooked bacon into the skillet with the cabbage mixture. Simmer over low heat until cabbage reaches the desired consistency, 20 to 30 minutes. Serve hot or warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 80.5 calories, Carbohydrate 9.1 g, Cholesterol 8.5 mg, Fat 3.4 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 4.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 219.9 mg, Sugar 4.6 g

BACON-ROASTED CABBAGE



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Insanely easy, delicious dinner on the healthier side - not to mention cheap as well!

Provided by Mitchell Tuckness

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Roasted Vegetable Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons finely chopped cooked bacon
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon olive oil
¼ teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, or to taste
1 medium head cabbage, cored and quartered

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Mix bacon, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, olive oil, salt, and pepper together in a bowl. Set aside.
  • Lay each cabbage quarter on a sheet of aluminum foil that is large enough to wrap it up. Pour bacon sauce evenly over each quarter to cover; wrap in foil until completely sealed.
  • Roast in the preheated oven until tender and heated through, 20 to 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 103.2 calories, Carbohydrate 14.8 g, Cholesterol 6.2 mg, Fat 3.8 g, Fiber 5.7 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 332.6 mg, Sugar 7.9 g

SWEET-SOUR RED CABBAGE WITH BACON



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This crunchy eye-catching cooked cabbage is seasoned with a flavorful blend of vinegar, spices and bacon. Even when my mom fixes a big batch, the bowl gets emptied quickly. -Cathy Eland Hightstown, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 55m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup cider vinegar
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 medium head red cabbage, shredded (10 cups)
2 bacon strips, diced
1 medium tart apple, peeled and chopped
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, stir the cider vinegar and sugars until sugars are dissolved. Add cabbage; toss to coat. Let stand for 5-10 minutes. Meanwhile, in a large skillet cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels to drain. , In the drippings, saute apple and onion until tender. Stir in water and cabbage mixture. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30-35 minutes. , Stir in the remaining ingredients. Simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes or until tender. Sprinkle with reserved bacon just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 96 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 161mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

RED CABBAGE WITH BACON



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If you've braised, marinated or served red cabbage raw, try it steamed, then toss with bacon and a tangy sauce. We serve it with pork or chicken. This is how to cook cabbage with bacon. -Sherri Melotik, Oak Creek, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 medium head red cabbage (about 2 pounds), shredded
8 bacon strips, chopped
1 small onion, quartered and thinly sliced
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup water
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, place steamer basket over 1 in. of water. Place cabbage in basket. Bring water to a boil. Reduce heat to maintain a simmer; steam, covered, just until tender, 6-8 minutes., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels. Discard drippings, reserving 2 tablespoons in pan., Add onion to drippings; cook and stir over medium-high heat until tender, 4-6 minutes. Stir in flour and brown sugar until blended. Gradually stir in water and vinegar. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir until thickened, 1-2 minutes. Stir in cabbage, bacon, salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 188 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 635mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

RED CABBAGE WITH BACON AND APPLES RECIPE



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This red cabbage side dish is flavored with apples, bacon, and red wine. Garlic, red onions, and optional caraway seeds are among the ingredients.

Provided by Diana Rattray

Categories     Side Dish

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large red onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
2 pounds red cabbage, shredded
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 teaspoons granulated sugar
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 large Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, and chopped
3 to 4 slices bacon, cooked and diced
1/2 cup red wine, pinot noir or cabernet
1/2 cup beef stock, unsalted or low sodium
Optional: 2 teaspoons caraway seeds
Kosher salt, to taste

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • In a large saucepan or Dutch oven , heat the oil over medium heat.
  • Add the onions and sauté until softened, about 3 minutes.
  • Add the garlic, cabbage, vinegar, sugar, pepper, chopped apples, bacon, wine, and beef broth. Bring to a simmer, reduce heat, and cover.
  • Continue cooking for 30 to 45 minutes until the cabbage is tender.
  • Taste and add caraway seeds and salt, as desired.
  • Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 138 kcal, Carbohydrate 20 g, Cholesterol 2 mg, Fiber 4 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 124 mg, Fat 4 g, ServingSize 6 to 8 servings, UnsaturatedFat 3 g

SWEET & SOUR RED CABBAGE WITH BACON



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This is a to die for recipe! Not healthy, but worth it once in awhile :) It's my mom's recipe (I'm sure you've heard that one before :)

Provided by WI Cheesehead

Categories     Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

5 cups red cabbage (1 small head)
4 slices bacon, diced
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons flour
1/2 cup water
1/3 cup vinegar
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 small sliced onion

Steps:

  • Cook cabbage in 2 cups water in covered pan for 5-8 minutes or until tender; drain.
  • Fry bacon. Remove bacon and crumble.
  • Add sugar and flour to remaining fat and blend.
  • Add water, vinegar, salt and pepper and sliced onion. Cook until thick, stirring occasionally, about 5 minute.
  • Add bacon and cabbage and heat through.

RED CABBAGE WITH BACON AND CARAWAY



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Categories     Pork     Vegetable     Side     Sauté     Valentine's Day     Winter     Cabbage     Bon Appétit     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 slices hickory-smoked bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1/2 head red cabbage, thinly sliced
3 tablespoons (or more) cider vinegar
1 tablespoon dark brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon caraway seeds
Chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Cook bacon in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat until crisp, about 5 minutes. Transfer to paper towels using slotted spoon and drain. Pour off all but 2 tablespoons drippings from skillet. Add cabbage and sauté 3 minutes. Whisk 3 tablespoons vinegar, sugar and caraway in small bowl. Add to cabbage and sauté until cabbage is wilted but still crisp-tender, about 5 minutes more. Season generously with salt and pepper. Taste, adding more vinegar if desired. Mix bacon into cabbage. Transfer to bowl. Sprinkle with parsley and serve.

BRAISED RED CABBAGE WITH BACON



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Make and share this Braised Red Cabbage With Bacon recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Lanagirl

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 slices bacon, roughly chopped
1 tablespoon sugar
1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 large granny smith apple, peeled, cored, and coarsely chopped
1/3 cup port wine
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1 large red cabbage, cored and finely shredded (about 3 lbs.)
2 cups chicken stock
1/4 cup red currant jelly

Steps:

  • Cook bacon in a large wide pot over medium-high heat until just crisp, about 5 minutes. Add sugar and cook, stirring constantly, for 30 seconds more. Add onions and salt and pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until onions are golden and soft, about 10 minutes. Stir in apples, reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and cook until tender, 6-8 minutes.
  • Add port, vinegar, and cabbage to the onion-apple mixture; stir to combine. Cover the pot and cook until cabbage is bright purple and slightly wilted, 5-7 minutes. Add stock and salt and pepper. Increase heat to medium-high and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and cook until cabbage is tender but still red, about 1 1⁄4 hours. Stir in red currant jelly, season with more salt and pepper, and cook briefly, 4-5 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 286.4, Fat 11.6, SaturatedFat 3.7, Cholesterol 17.8, Sodium 360.7, Carbohydrate 38, Fiber 5.3, Sugar 23.7, Protein 7.7

RED CABBAGE WITH APPLE AND BACON



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Found this in Taste of Home magazine and I think the combination sounds so good I wanted to save it. They recommended serving with Sauerbraten, but I'm thinking it'd go great with pork chops. Haven't tried it yet, but it's going to be on my Fall menu plan soon.

Provided by Bonnie G 2

Categories     Vegetable

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 slices bacon, diced
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium apple, peeled and chopped
1 head red cabbage, chopped
1 cup water
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In Dutch oven, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp.
  • Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels to drain.
  • In drippings, saute onion and apple until tender.
  • Stir in the remaining ingredients.
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Reduce ehat; cover and simmer fo r30 minutes or until tender.
  • Stir in reserved bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 92.9, Fat 2.1, SaturatedFat 0.7, Cholesterol 2.7, Sodium 267.1, Carbohydrate 18.3, Fiber 4, Sugar 11.4, Protein 2.7

Tips:

  • Choose a firm, vibrant red cabbage for the best flavor and texture.
  • Use a sharp knife or mandoline to thinly slice the cabbage so that it cooks evenly.
  • Rinse the cabbage thoroughly before cooking to remove any dirt or debris.
  • Cook the cabbage over medium heat until it is tender but still slightly crunchy, about 10-15 minutes.
  • Add the bacon, onion, and apple to the cabbage and cook until the bacon is crispy and the onion is softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Season the cabbage mixture with salt, pepper, and vinegar to taste.
  • Garnish the cabbage with fresh parsley or chives before serving.

Conclusion:

Red cabbage with bacon is a simple but flavorful dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great side dish for roasted meats or poultry. The cabbage is tender and slightly crunchy, the bacon is crispy, and the onion and apple add a touch of sweetness and acidity. This dish is sure to please everyone at the table.

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