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    Home » Recipes » 5 Ingredients or Less

    Published: Jan 24, 2016 · Last Updated: May 16, 2022 by Kyndra Holley

    Low Carb Fried Cabbage with Kielbasa

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    Fried Cabbage with Kielbasa - Low Carb and Gluten Free | Peace Love and Low Carb

    Low Carb and Gluten Free Fried Cabbage with Kielbasa. Deliciously satisfying -Quick and Easy weeknight dinner on a budget! What could be more perfect?

    There are so many different names for all the various low carb cabbage recipes floating around out there - crack slaw, egg roll in a bowl, fried cabbage, you name it! But the one thing that they all have in common is that they are delicious!

    Fried Cabbage with Kielbasa - Low Carb and Gluten Free | Peace Love and Low Carb

    This Fried Cabbage with Kielbasa is one of the most popular keto recipes here on the site, and I can see why. You've got to love any recipe that contains inexpensive ingredients, is quick to make, and tastes like you spent hours on it. That is pretty much the food trifecta. This easy sausage and cabbage dinner fits the criteria for all three. Add in the fact that it is low carb and gluten free, and it's like winning the food lottery. Cabbage has long since been a low carb staple.

    Fried Cabbage with Kielbasa - Low Carb and Gluten Free | Peace Love and Low Carb

    Random facts about cabbage

    1. Cabbage is one of the oldest vegetables, dating back to the 1600’s.

    2. Cabbage is rich source of vitamins C, K, B6 and B9 and minerals such as manganese and calcium.

    3. Cabbage contains quantities of fiber and iron, which help to keep the digestive tract and colon in a healthy condition.

    4. Cabbage is available in many varieties: red or purple, green and Napa cabbage, usually found in Chinese cooking, bok choi and Brussel Sprouts.

    5. Cabbage is: Low in Saturated Fat, Cholesterol, High in Dietary Fiber, Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Folate, Potassium, Manganese, Vitamin A, Thiamin, Vitamin B6, Calcium, Iron and Magnesium.

    6. One cup of shredded raw cabbage contains 190% of the recommended daily amount of vitamin C.

    7. A thick-witted person may be called a cabbagehead. In Hebrew, the term “rosh kruv” (cabbagehead) implies stupidity.

    8. Drinking juiced cabbage is known to assist in curing stomach and intestinal ulcers.

    9. If one is looking for ingredients of a low calorie diet, cabbage is at the top of the list. One cup of cabbage only holds about 15 calories. It is definitely a weight-loss food.

    10. Cultures in which cabbage is a staple food, such as in Poland and some parts of China, show a low incidence of breast cancer. Research suggests this is due to the protective effect of sulfur-containing compounds in cabbage.

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    Fried Cabbage with Kielbasa – Low Carb, Gluten Free


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    • Total Time: 30 minutes
    • Yield: 6 Servings 1x
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    Description

    Looking for a paleo approved kielbasa? Check out Pederson Natural Farms)


    Ingredients

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    • 6 tbsp butter, divided (olive oil, ghee or coconut oil)
    • 1 cup onion, diced (about 4 oz)
    • 4 cloves garlic, minced
    • 2 tbsp red wine vinegar (get it here)
    • 14 oz kielbasa, thinly sliced on a bias
    • large head green cabbage, cored and sliced
    • 1 tsp paprika
    • sea salt and pepper, to taste
    • ¼ cup Italian flat leaf parsley, rough chopped
    • 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes, optional

    Instructions

    1. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 3 tablespoon of butter. Add the onion and garlic to the pan. Sauté until onion is translucent and garlic is fragrant.
    2. Add red wine vinegar to the pan and mix in with onions and garlic.
    3. Add sliced kielbasa to the pan and sauté until slightly browned.
    4. Add remaining butter, cabbage, paprika, salt and pepper. Toss to mix all ingredients together and coat the cabbage with butter and seasonings.
    5. Saute until cabbage is wilted and slightly browned.
    6. Top with fresh parsley and crushed red pepper flakes before serving.

    Notes

    Per Serving Calories - 370 Protein - 6g Fat - 29g Total Carbs - 16.5 Fiber - 7g Net Carbs - 9.5

    • Prep Time: 10 minutes
    • Cook Time: 20 minutes

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    1. kelly says

      April 30, 2025 at 11:47 am

      What is considered a serving size?

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    2. Michael says

      February 15, 2025 at 11:53 am

      Made this recipe today. I used turkey sausage due to needing to cut cholesterol. Also, used a spicy coffee rub instead of other spices. Loved it! Will make again.

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