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    Home » Sides » What To Serve With Cabbage – 15 delicious ideas!

    What To Serve With Cabbage – 15 delicious ideas!

    Published: Mar 16, 2022 by Megan Porta · This post may contain affiliate links.

    Cabbage is one of the most versatile and delicious vegetables you will find. So many main course options as well as secondary sides pair perfectly with it! If you are searching for that perfect recipe to pair it with, read on for some great ideas about what to serve with cabbage.

    Tongs holding up sauteed cabbage in a bowl.

    This may seem weird to some, but I freaking love cabbage. It is such an unassuming food, so simple in flavor and appearance. But serious magic happens when it is paired with a bit of butter and salt and sauteed on the stove top.

    Another selling point is that it is cheap! Raise your hand if you love affordable food like I do!

    Also, no matter how you prepare it, this green vegetable makes the perfect side dish for literally any meal. Some foods shine above the rest when eaten alongside it, so read on for some seriously delicious ideas about what to serve with cabbage.

    FAQ About Cabbage

    Why cabbage is good for you?

    There are benefits to adding cabbage to your meals such as it can raise levels of beta-carotene and lutein as well is high in Vitamin C and K. One cup of shredded cabbage contains approximately 17 calories and 4 grams of carbohydrates.

    Can dogs eat cabbage?

    All types of cabbage are not only safe for dogs to eat, but are actually beneficial. It aids in digestion and can help to fight disease. Be warned, however, that cabbage can produce gas, so feed it to your dog in small quantities for this reason.

    Can cabbage be eaten uncooked?

    Yes, cabbage can be eaten raw, it can be cooked, added to stir fries and soups. You will find it added to salads and it’s also fermented to make sauerkraut.

    How to freeze cabbage?

    You can freeze cabbage for 1-2 months. However, if you want it to last longer in your freezer, your best bet is to blanch it first, giving it a longer life in the freezer.

    How To Cut Cabbage

    Remove and discard the outermost leaves and cut the very bottom of the stem off. Place the head of fresh cabbage on its end where you cut and slice down the center vertically. Remove any old cabbage leaves that are shriveled or discolored. Cut in half lengthwise.

    Remove the core and stem by cutting a wedge out of each quarter. Place each cabbage quarter onto a flat portion so it is lying flat and slice 1/4-inch strips, creating shredded cabbage.

    How To Make Sauteed Cabbage

    This delicious fried cabbage recipe is so easy to make using just a few simple ingredients. It is a healthy recipe and it is my all-time favorite way to prepare this cruciferous vegetable! Follow these simple steps:

    Step 1

    Melt 4 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped cabbage, garlic and 1/2 teaspoon of cayenne pepper (optional). Season with salt and pepper.

    Step 2

    Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until cabbage is starting to brown and garlic is fragrant. This will take just a few minutes.

    Serve warm!

    Sauteed cabbage in a skillet with tongs resting inside.

    Recipe Notes

    • Replace all or a portion of the green cabbage with red cabbage.
    • Throw in a couple tablespoons of apple cider vinegar or balsamic vinegar to add a tangy flavor.
    • Replace all or a portion of the butter with olive oil if desired.
    • Cooking cabbage is super easy and will produce one of the easiest, most delicious side dishes you’ll ever make.
    • Spruce up the dish by adding bacon! Cook bacon pieces first and add cabbage to the pan to produce deliciously enjoyable crispy bacon pieces.
    • Use 1 head green cabbage (or red) to double the batch.
    • Spice up the recipe by adding red pepper flakes, a dash or two of hot sauce or additional cayenne pepper.
    • Add different spices and herbs of your choice to season this side dish just the way you want it. Add thyme, parsley, cumin, chives, oregano or whatever your heart desires!

    Other Favorite Recipes To Make Using Cabbage

    Cabbage is SO SIMPLE yet so deliciously versatile! There’s a variety of yummy dishes that it tastes absolutely delicious with, including: 

    • Corned Beef and Cabbage Soup
    • Reuben Grilled Cheese or any variety of a reuben sandwich on rye bread
    • Cabbage Steaks
    • Sauerkraut
    • Cabbage salsa or salads with collard greens or any variety of lettuce
    • Coleslaw
    • Cabbage rolls
    • Runza casserole

    What To Serve With Cabbage

    • Any main dish such as chicken, salmon, white fish, pork chops, pork roast or pot roast.
    • Reuben sandwiches.
    • Grilled steaks, brats, sausage or burgers.
    • Sloppy joes or pulled pork sandwiches.
    • BBQ ribs.
    • Chicken piccata.
    • Cucumber salad.
    • Bean salad.
    • Tomato soup.
    • Garlic bread.
    • Loaded baked potatoes.
    • Use as a topping for tacos.
    • Ham or pork ribs.
    • Mac and cheese.
    • Mashed potatoes or roasted potatoes.
    • Biscuits, dinner rolls or cornbread.
    • Throw it into an assortment of other vegetables such as carrots, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, green beans and onions.

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