This braised cabbage with kielbasa and bacon is such a flavorful meal that is perfect for any busy weeknight
Course Main Dish
Cuisine American, Polish
Keyword gluten free, keto, paleo, whole30
Prep Time 10 minutesminutes
Cook Time 20 minutesminutes
Total Time 30 minutesminutes
Servings 6servings
Calories 357kcal
Author Sara
Ingredients
4stripsBacon
1lbKielbasasliced
1TblsGhee
4cupsCabbageshredded
1Yellow Onionsliced
2clovesGarlicsliced
2TblsDijon Mustard
3TblsApple Cider Vinegar
2TblsChicken Broth
1tspSalt
1/2tspCrushed Red Pepper Flakes
1 + 1/2 tspSmoked Paprika
2TblsGreen Onion for topping
Instructions
In a large skillet over medium heat, fully cook bacon and remove from the pan
Add in the sliced kielbasa and cook until just browned and caramelized (about 3-5 minutes) and remove from pan
Discard all but 1 Tbls of the fat from the pan and add in the ghee and yellow onion. Turn heat to medium/low and cook the onions until tender and slightly caramelized (about 5-7 minutes)
Add in the garlic, salt, pepper flakes and paprika and cook for another minute then add in the cabbage
While the cabbage is starting to cook down, whisk the mustard, apple cider vinegar and broth together in a bowl
Pour the mixture over the cabbage, turn heat to medium and cook another 10-15 minutes (or until cabbage is tender and liquid has reduced)
Remove from heat and stir in the kielbasa, top with chopped bacon and green onions. Season with more salt if needed