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
Christie K. says
Love this recipe and it’s so easy to make! The only thing I changed was doubling the garlic (bc IMO you can never have too much garlic!). I’ve also done it with and without the parsley.
Clare says
This is seriously a new staple in our house. The flavors are great! At one point I was going to add rice for my family; but they loved this dish without the rice.
This truly is a family favorite. I have 2 girls (10 and 11) and they love this!
Callie says
A favorite in our house!! The flavors just go wonderfully together.
Michelle Rushton says
Love this!!
Tricia says
This is delicious! I also added mushrooms and red bell peppers. So good! I love following this page I have made several recipes. All so good! Thank you so much for sharing. ❤️
Cathy says
This was a huge hit!! My husband often turns his nose up at new things. Lol I used a package of pre-shredded cabbage. I’d never seen it before in the store it was labeled “angle shredded” and it was very finely shredded. I wish I’d had two packages as it really cooked down and next time I will. Thank you for the great recipe! I just found your site a few days ago and have been enjoying planning some new meals!
Mary says
I cooked and sliced brats instead of kielbasa because that’s what we had on hand. This was super good, filling and easy to make! I’ll definitely make it again.
Thank You!
Cristin says
Made this tonight with turkey kielbasa. Was easy to make and delicious. Thank you!
Karen says
Sometimes simple recipes are the best and the ones you keep making over and over. I would definitely serve this to guests, because it makes a lot It is delicious and so adaptable. If I don't have kielbasa, I can use bacon. If I only have half a cabbage, I can add zucchini and celery. I can serve it as is or on a bed of creamy mashed cauliflower. A winner!
Melandy says
Fantastic recipe! I made it the other night and it was delicious. This is definitely my fav this far and I’ll be making this again very soon. Thanks!