This Fried Cabbage with Bacon is the perfect keto, low carb side dish! At just 3.9 net carbs per serving this one pan side dish will be your new favorite!

When I transitioned to a low carb lifestyle I had a pretty hard time finding side dishes that were keto friendly. At first glance so many traditional side dishes such as baked potatoes, fries, chips, pasta salads and even some vegetable based sides were no longer an option. So what is left? Just salads? That is what I thought at first too. But truthfully there are so many more low carb options out there!

This Fried Cabbage with Bacon is a quick and easy keto side dish that is naturally low carb. You don’t need to have any hard to find ingredients with this dish, just a few very basic ingredients gives you the perfect keto comfort food!

What ingredients do you need to make Fried Cabbage?

• Cabbage
• Onion
• Bacon
• Spices: Salt, Pepper, Paprika
• Bacon

How to make Fried Cabbage with Bacon?

1. Heat a large skillet to medium heat, add the chopped bacon and cook until crisp. When crisp remove the bacon from the skillet with a slotted spoon and place on a paper towel lined plate.
2. Drain off all of the bacon grease except 1 tablespoon and set aside for later. 
3. Add the chopped onion to the bacon grease and sauté 7-10 minutes over medium heat until the onion caramelizes. 
4. Add 1 tablespoon of bacon grease back to the skillet, add the cabbage salt, pepper and paprika. 
5. Cook the cabbage for 10-15 minutes stirring occasionally until it has reduced and is tender enough for your liking. 
6. Add the chopped bacon and serve immediately. 

Is fried cabbage keto?

Yes! Cabbage is a staple in my keto diet. It is naturally low in carbs and can be prepared so many ways. This recipe makes four servings, approximately 3/4 cup each. However, if you like your cabbage super tender and cook it until it reduces greatly the serving size will be smaller. Per serving this recipe has 14 grams of fat, and 3.9 net carbs per serving. 

What should I serve with Fried Cabbage with Bacon?

Fried Cabbage is a traditional southern side dish. While it can be served with just about anything, it pairs especially well with bold flavors like Blackened Chicken. Some other recipes that go well with Fried Cabbage are:

• Buffalo Roast Chicken
• Blackened Pork Chops
• Keto Crab Cakes

What are some easy keto side dishes?

When adapting to a low carb diet it can be difficult to give up those old favorites! I’ve tried my best to come up with some keto friendly sides that mimic classic side dishes. These Crispy Keto Zucchini Fries are one of my favorites! Zucchini is cut into fry shapes and then breaded in an almond flour parmesan breading that has a hint of ranch to it. It goes great with everything!

Another keto side dish that we love are these Keto Zucchini Breadsticks. If you love cheesy bread this recipe is for you! Served with low carb marinara it satisfies those pizza cravings! It also works great as a low carb appetizer. Some other recipes include:

• Greek Cucumber Salad
• Bacon Wrapped Green Beans
• Keto Cheddar Garlic Biscuits
• Broccoli Cheddar Bites

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Fried Cabbage with Bacon (keto + low carb)

Yield: 4

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 20 minutes

This Fried Cabbage with Bacon is the perfect keto, low carb side dish! At just 3.9 net carbs per serving this one pan side dish will be your new favorite!

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Ingredients

• 4 slices thick cut bacon, chopped
• 4 cups cabbage, chopped
• 1/2 small onion, chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika

Instructions

1. Heat a large skillet to medium heat, add the chopped bacon and cook until crisp. When crisp remove the bacon from the skillet with a slotted spoon and place on a paper towel lined plate.
2. Drain off all of the bacon grease except 1 tablespoon and set aside for later. 
3. Add the chopped onion to the bacon grease and sauté 7-10 minutes over medium heat until the onion caramelizes. 
4. Add 1 tablespoon of bacon grease back to the skillet, add the cabbage salt, pepper and paprika. 
5. Cook the cabbage for 10-15 minutes stirring occasionally until it has reduced and is tender enough for your liking. 
6. Add the chopped bacon and serve immediately. 

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 4 Serving Size: about 3/4 cup
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 171Total Fat: 14.4gCholesterol: 21.5mgSodium: 206mgCarbohydrates: 6.3gNet Carbohydrates: 3.9gFiber: 2.4gProtein: 4.8g