Description
This cabbage and sausage recipe is the perfect combination of savory sausage and tender, flavorful cabbage. It’s easy to make, quick enough for a weeknight dinner, and hearty enough to serve for family meals or cozy weekends. The dish delivers comfort with every bite, filling your kitchen with aromas that invite everyone to the table. Whether you’re cooking for yourself or entertaining guests, this simple yet flavorful dish will be a hit.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium head green cabbage, chopped
- 1 lb smoked sausage or kielbasa, sliced
- 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Splash of chicken broth or water
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pan and brown the sausage, then set aside.
- Sauté onion until translucent, add garlic for the last minute.
- Add chopped cabbage, season, and cook 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Return sausage, add chicken broth, cover, and cook another 5–10 minutes until cabbage is tender.
- Adjust seasoning and serve warm.
Notes
- Brown the sausage for maximum flavor.
- Don’t overcook the cabbage to keep a slight bite.
- Add a splash of vinegar or lemon juice to brighten flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg