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Easy Southern Cabbage with Smoked Meat

A comforting Southern cabbage simmered with smoked meat, butter, broth, and a little kick of heat.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Servings6
Calories: 190kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 medium head of cabbage
  • 1 small onion chopped
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • Smoked meat: ham bacon, or sausage (amount as preferred)
  • 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon sugar adjust to reduce bitterness
  • 2 to 3 cups chicken broth
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Sauté the smoked meat in a pan until browned (time varies by type).
  • Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent.
  • Add minced garlic and cook until raw smell is gone.
  • Add chicken broth, red pepper flakes, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper.
  • Add chopped cabbage to the broth mixture.
  • Top cabbage with 3 tablespoons of butter.
  • Cover and cook over medium heat, turning cabbage every 5–8 minutes to soak up broth.
  • Cook until cabbage reaches desired tenderness (remove just before done as it will continue cooking).

Notes

Optional additions: shredded carrots, celery seed, potatoes, extra sausage, or chopped smoked pork for more flavor and texture.