A simple, hearty skillet dish of caramelized cabbage cooked with crispy bacon and savory spices.
9 steps, about 35 minutes start to finish.
Cook bacon pieces in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat until crispy. Remove bacon and set aside, leaving 2-3 tablespoons fat in the pan.
Add sliced onion to the bacon fat and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened.
Add chopped cabbage in batches, tossing to coat in the fat.
Season with paprika, salt, pepper, and oregano.
Cook, tossing occasionally, for 10-15 minutes until cabbage is tender but still has some bite.
Add sliced garlic and cook 2-3 more minutes until fragrant.
Return bacon to the pan and toss to combine.
Taste and adjust seasoning.
Top with sliced green onions and serve.
“Hold the garlic until the last few minutes, like the recipe says. Cabbage needs 10 to 15 minutes in the fat, and garlic thrown in early will scorch and turn bitter long before the cabbage is tender.”
