Keto Cabbage with Bacon is a hearty and versatile dish that you can make again and again. Loaded with flavor from the smoky bacon and the kiss of garlic, it’s a cheap and quick side dish or even main event. Follow me, Chef Jenn, and I’ll show you all my best tips and tricks for making this amazing keto cabbage recipe perfectly every time!
Side dishes don’t get much easier than this simple but oh-so-tasty dish of Skillet Cabbage with Bacon & Garlic, which also happens to be low-carb and keto-friendly.
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I love cooking with cabbage because it is hugely versatile, and it keeps forever (well, okay, for a week or two) when wrapped up nice and tight in the crisper.
It’s my go-to veggie when time is short, and I can count on everybody digging into this tasty dish.
With five minutes of prep and about 10 minutes of cooking time, you can have this dish on the table.
The hardest part is slicing the cabbage, and for that, you’ll need a big knife and a cutting board.
Start by cooking the bacon first until it is nearly crispy, add the garlic, and then get that cabbage busy cooking!
In this Skillet Cabbage with Bacon and Garlic dish, the cabbage does magic – load a heaping pile into the skillet (use a big one like this amazing cast iron pan) and after a few minutes, it shrinks! Because you’re loading in a whole pile of cabbage, you’ll need a pretty big pan.
Then, just cook it down until the cabbage is tender, shiny, and green. Add some salt and pepper, then serve it up with your favorite meats like this Garlic and Herb Roasted Pork Tenderloin.
Cheap, versatile, and delicious, add this Skillet Cabbage with Bacon and Garlic to your rotation of favorite dishes!
Ingredients. 
Cook the bacon then add the garlic. Add in all the cabbage. Cook it down until the cabbage is tender. 
Skillet Cabbage with Bacon and Garlic.
Skillet Cabbage with Bacon & Garlic
Ingredients
- 4 cups sliced green cabbage
- 5 slices of bacon
- 2 cloves of garlic
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
Instructions
- Slice the bacon into pieces and brown in a large skillet until golden brown but not too crisp.
- Add the garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add the cabbage to the pan, working in batches if you need to, and cook it over medium-high heat for 6-8 minutes or until cooked through, tender, and delicious.
- Season with salt and pepper and serve!
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A Note on Nutritional Information
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Love the combo. So delicious. Thanks for sharing.
I’m so excited about trying this delicious skillet cabbage with bacon and garlic. It looks so darn good! Yum. Yum!
What an excellent side dish! Adding this with my dinner line up for the week!
I love making this with pork of any kind. Pork chops, or my favorite, pork tenderloin. Try it like this: https://www.ketocookingwins.com/garlic-herb-roasted-pork-tenderloin/
I love making this cabbage as a side dish to anything pork. Pork chops, or my favorite, Herb Roasted Pork Tenderloin.
This easy and delicious recipe is made of five ingredients! More, the whole meal is ready in 20 minutes. I cannot believe how it is easy and quickly to make this skillet cabbage! Pinning for later! Thanks for sharing.
Oh, cabbage is a staple in our home! Thanks for another awesome keto side!!
I make a similar recipe using red cabbage, leaving out the garlic and squeezing 1-2 Tablespoons of lemon juice on the cabbage once it is tender.
Sounds great! ~Jenn