Description
A quick and easy 30-minute weeknight meal featuring seared smoked sausage and caramelized cabbage in a single skillet. This hearty dish is perfect for busy families and requires minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound smoked sausage (Andouille, Kielbasa, or Chorizo), sliced into half-moons
- 1 medium head green cabbage, chopped into bite-sized pieces
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red or green bell pepper, sliced (optional)
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
- Red pepper flakes, optional for heat
- 1 tablespoon oil (if using lean sausage)
Instructions
- Prep ingredients: Slice sausage, chop cabbage, dice onion, mince garlic, and whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Heat a large skillet (cast iron or non-stick) over medium-high heat. Add sausage in a single layer and sear for 2-3 minutes until browned. Flip and cook for 1 more minute. Remove sausage and set aside, leaving rendered fat in the pan.
- Reduce heat to medium. Add diced onion to the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened. Add garlic and bell pepper (if using) and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly to avoid burning.
- Add chopped cabbage to the pan. Toss with onions and sausage fat. Cover with a lid and cook for 5 minutes to steam. Remove lid and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cabbage is tender-crisp and browned.
- Return sausage to the pan. Pour the sauce mixture over everything and toss to coat. Cook for 1-2 minutes to meld flavors. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve immediately.
Notes
Do not skip searing the sausage to create a flavorful crust. Ensure cabbage pieces are cut uniformly for even cooking. If using lean sausage, add a splash of oil. For a spicy kick, add jalapeño or gochujang. Leftovers store in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 8
- Sodium: 900
- Fat: 25
- Saturated Fat: 8
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 20
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