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Fried Cabbage with Shrimp and Sausage Made Easy

Fried cabbage with shrimp and sausage is a quick, satisfying weeknight dinner full of vibrant flavors.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cabbage
  • 1 medium head green cabbage Chop into bite-sized pieces for even cooking.
For the Protein
  • 1 pound large shrimp Peel and devein.
  • 8 ounces smoked beef sausage Slice into rounds.
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil For frying.
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter Adds richness.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 medium onion Thinly sliced.
  • 1 small carrot Adds color and crunch.
  • 3 cloves garlic Minced.
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes Optional.
  • to taste salt
For Finishing Touches
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley Finely chopped.

Equipment

  • Large deep skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the cabbage by removing damaged leaves, cutting into quarters, discarding the core, then chopping into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Slice the sausage into rounds and peel and devein the shrimp.
  3. Season the shrimp with Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, and black pepper.
  4. In a skillet, heat olive oil and cook the sausage for 4-5 minutes until golden, then transfer to a plate.
  5. Cook the seasoned shrimp in the skillet for 2-3 minutes until opaque, then set aside.
  6. Melt butter in the skillet, add onion and carrot, and cook for 3-4 minutes. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
  7. Stir in cabbage, seasoning it with garlic and onion powder, salt, and optional red pepper flakes.
  8. Cook the cabbage for 10-15 minutes, until tender.
  9. Add Worcestershire sauce and return sausage and shrimp to the skillet, tossing everything to combine.
  10. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, then garnish with parsley and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Prep the cabbage right to avoid excess moisture. Sear shrimp and watch sausage for even cooking.

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