Description
This protein-packed, one-pan meal is a reliable weeknight classic that delivers deep, savory flavors. By using smoky beef or turkey kielbasa, the rendered fats naturally season the tender cabbage as it wilts. The searing process creates a wonderful fond in the pan, building complexity. Finished with a touch of vinegar, this satisfying dish is easy to prepare, cooks in under thirty minutes, and makes for excellent leftovers.
Ingredients
1 lb smoked beef or turkey kielbasa
1.5 tbsp olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 lbs green cabbage, cored and chopped into 1-inch chunks
0.75 tsp kosher salt
0.5 tsp freshly ground black pepper
1 tsp white vinegar
Instructions
Halve the sausage lengthwise and slice into uniform 1/2-inch crescent shapes.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the first 0.5 tablespoon of oil.
Brown the sausage slices for 3 minutes per side until deeply caramelized then set aside on a plate.
Lower the heat to medium-low and add the remaining tablespoon of oil to the same skillet.
Add the onions and cook until translucent, then stir in the garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the prepared cabbage, salt, and pepper to the pan.
Cover the skillet and cook until the cabbage is tender, about 10-12 minutes.
Return the sausage to the pan and stir in the white vinegar to finish.
Serve warm.
Notes
Use a heavy-bottomed skillet or Dutch oven for the best heat distribution. If you prefer a milder profile, feel free to substitute the yellow onion with leeks.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sauté
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 65mg