Description
This delicious Fried Cabbage with Shrimp & Sausage is a quick and satisfying skillet meal combining tender cabbage, succulent shrimp, and savory sausage. Perfect for a hearty weeknight dinner, it blends simple ingredients with bold flavors and minimal prep for a comforting Southern-inspired dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1 head of cabbage, chopped
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
Proteins
- 1 pound of shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 pound of sausage, sliced (choose your favorite sausage)
Spices & Oils
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Olive oil, for cooking
Instructions
- Heat the skillet: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat to prepare for cooking the sausage and aromatics.
- Cook the sausage: Add the sliced sausage to the skillet and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure even browning.
- Sauté onion and garlic: Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the sausage, cooking until softened and fragrant, approximately 3 minutes.
- Cook the shrimp: Stir in the shrimp and cook until they turn pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes, taking care not to overcook.
- Add cabbage and spices: Add the chopped cabbage, paprika, salt, and pepper to the skillet, stirring well to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Cook until tender: Continue cooking the mixture, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage becomes tender, about 7-10 minutes.
- Serve and enjoy: Once the cabbage is cooked through, serve the dish hot as a flavorful and hearty meal.
Notes
- You can substitute smoked sausage or andouille for more smoky flavor.
- Adjust paprika and seasoning to your taste preferences.
- Use fresh shrimp for best results; frozen shrimp can be thawed before cooking.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop.
- This dish pairs well with steamed rice or crusty bread.
