This is the best sautéed cabbage recipe you'll find! It is the perfect quick and delicious side dish for any meal. Using only a few ingredients and taking 10 minutes of your time, you can't go wrong with this super flavorful and affordable recipe!
Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add cabbage, garlic, cayenne pepper (if using), salt and pepper.
Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until cabbage has softened and garlic is fragrant. Serve warm!
Notes
Throw in a couple tablespoons of apple cider vinegar to add extra flavor.
Cooking cabbage is super easy and will produce one of the easiest, most delicious side dishes you'll ever make.
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.
For a meaty side, chop a few strips of bacon (use turkey bacon for a leaner option!) and add them to the pan while frying. The salty bacon will add such great flavor to the dish.
Add dried or fresh herbs of your choice to season this side dish just the way you want it. Add thyme, fresh parsley, cumin, chives, oregano or whatever your heart desires!
Sprinkle fresh lemon juice over the top just before serving!