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!
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.
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
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 Servings 1x
Description
Looking for a paleo approved kielbasa? Check out Pederson Natural Farms)
Ingredients
- 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
- 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.
- Add red wine vinegar to the pan and mix in with onions and garlic.
- Add sliced kielbasa to the pan and sauté until slightly browned.
- Add remaining butter, cabbage, paprika, salt and pepper. Toss to mix all ingredients together and coat the cabbage with butter and seasonings.
- Saute until cabbage is wilted and slightly browned.
- 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
Tobbe says
Made this tonight. What a tasty meal! Didn't have kielbasa, so I used a locally made salsiccia that was flavored with fennel. Super good! A generous dash of "Slap Yo Mama" hot sauce later and I was in food heaven 🙂
Reiko says
I made this last night to the accolades of the entire family, including my 2 picky kids! The red wine vinegar smelled overpowering when adding it to the pan but once the veggies were sauteed into it, it was perfect! The flavors were great and the kielbasa added the necessary smokiness to the dish. Will definitely add this to my meal rotation.
mariam says
Question--I have leftover half a head of green cabbage and half a head of red cabbage--do you think I can use both green and red cabbages for this recipe, or should you just stick to green cabbage?
Peace Love and Low Carb says
I'm sure that would be just as delicious
Suzanne says
It will be pretty too with both colors of cabbage. You can throw in other veggies. Mushrooms would be good in this.
Nancy says
okay, all new to the keto way of eating - what is counted net carbs or total and sorry for being stupid...what's the difference. Starting on Monday trying to make sure i start out right. So much to read and sooooo many different opinions on right and wrong. From all the calculators I came up with this. I want to lose weight (lost 70 lbs last year on 1200 calories a day). I didn't totally derail, but lately can't get enough carbs and I have gain back 10. Need to get off 40 more. Not looking for a miracle more of a natural way of eating in the long run. Any help would be appreciated. Can you tell me if this combo is a good starting point for weight loss.
1400 kcal Daily Calorie Intake
25 g Carbs (7%, 100 kcal)
118 g Protein (34%, 472 kcal)
92 g Fat (59%, 828 kcal)
Jane says
Nancy, this would be hard for someone to answer as each person is different in their needs. You take your weight, height, goals, activity etc to determine what is best for *your* body. - but your carbs look good. When I was researching this was recommended to me: ( Your nutrient intake should be something around 70% fats, 25% protein, and 5% carbohydrate. )
I am averaging a 3lb a week loss 🙂
Hope this helps
McDonna says
Can someone recommend a kielbasa that doesn't have corn syrup, dextrose, high fructose corn syrup, ad nauseum? The only brands found locally are the standard Eckrich, Hillshire Farms, Johnsonville, etc. They all have sugars and toxic waste.
Ask me how I really feel?! Lol
Is it best to go to a butcher? I'm at a loss here. Kielbasa is my favorite sausage but the flavor is not a good trade for the garbage that comes with it.
Help, please! Thanks!
(P.S. - I live in Virginia)
Dan says
I make my own
Michael says
Whole Foods, or, buy Kosher
Ali in NC says
I just bought a brand called Pederson's Natural Farms. Only ingredients are pork, water, and seasonings!
Amanda says
Better late than never--Boars Head kielbasa has no sugar and is readily available in Virginia..
Beth says
Amanda, can you tell me where you bought the Boars Head? My Krogers doesn't even have it. Thanks!
Debbie T says
I only buy Oscar Mayer Selects uncured sausages. I've tried the beef and turkey and both are delicious and taste great in the dishes I used to use kielbasa in. https://www.walmart.com/ip/Oscar-Mayer-Selects-Hardwood-Smoked-Uncured-Beef-Sausage-12-oz/47333614#about-item
Sarah says
We have been using Turkey Keilbasa and you honestly cannot taste the difference, but you save big time on the fat count! My husband who is picky when it comes to different stuff even loves it!
Smurf says
I thought keto/low carb is about not worrying about fat content?
Dee Gee says
The deli counter of your grocery store should have some kielbasa that doesn't have syrup etc. If not that then a butcher. imo
Anonymous says
I use natural beef hot dogs. I don’t care for kielbasa.
DellaD says
This looks and sounds yummy. I'm wondering though about the gassiness that can come with eating cabbage. Has that been an issue for anyone with this recipe?
Eli says
Made this for dinner last night. Even my 80 year old mother enjoyed it, and she is finicky.
Buckeye says
Made this last night for dinner and it was terrific. Nice flavor and kick with the vinegar, paprika and pepper flakes. Will use this recipe again! Thanks! Mb
Stephanie says
Sounds yummy, we just bought some cabbage so I think we'll make this sometime this week!
Cassie says
This recipe is DELICIOUS!! It made great leftovers the next day, too. I love that its low carb and so inexpensive, this is going into our regular rotation. Thanks for the recipe!!
Jessica says
I’ve made this recipe a few times already. We love it 😊 great flavor and very filling!
Dick Strait says
Made the Fried cabbage with Kielbasa last night before I seen your recipe today. About the same except no red wine vinegar, parsley or red pepper flakes. Also used 1/2 teaspoon of onion flakes and garlic powder. Came out very good, my wife even ate it and she don't like cabbage. Will try your version next time.
John Foro says
I to make my version with onions and potatoes with just salt and pepper......made this tonight and wow...i love it..my adult son was over and he really liked it as well. Thanks so much for this.....already "pinned" it.