Fried Cabbage with Shrimp, Sausage, and Bacon

Name: Fried Cabbage with Shrimp, Sausage, and Bacon
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients: 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 tsp garlic powder (for shrimp); 1 tsp onion powder (for shrimp); 1/2 tsp paprika; 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning; 6 slices bacon, chopped; 14 oz smoked sausage, sliced; 1 head green cabbage, chopped; 1/2 cup butter (1 stick); 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning; 1 tsp garlic powder (for cabbage); 1 tsp onion powder (for cabbage)

This one-pan fried cabbage combines tender shrimp, smoky sausage, and crispy bacon with buttery cabbage for a savory, filling Southern-style meal that comes together in under 30 minutes.

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Total

35 min

Servings

4

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$25–$41

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Ingredients

1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp garlic powder (for shrimp)
1 tsp onion powder (for shrimp)
1/2 tsp paprika
1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
6 slices bacon, chopped
14 oz smoked sausage, sliced
1 head green cabbage, chopped
1/2 cup butter (1 stick)
1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
1 tsp garlic powder (for cabbage)
1 tsp onion powder (for cabbage)

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Instructions

1
In a mixing bowl, combine the shrimp with olive oil, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp onion powder, paprika, and Old Bay seasoning. Mix until the shrimp are fully coated.
2
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the chopped bacon and cook until it begins to render and crisp up.
3
Add the sliced smoked sausage to the skillet with the bacon. Cook, stirring occasionally, until both are well-browned.
4
Remove the cooked bacon and sausage from the skillet, leaving the rendered fat behind. Set the meat aside.
5
Add the seasoned shrimp to the hot skillet. Cook for 1-2 minutes per side, until pink and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside with the other meats.
6
Add the chopped cabbage to the same skillet. Place the stick of butter on top.
7
Cover the skillet with a lid and allow the cabbage to steam and wilt for several minutes.
8
Once the cabbage has cooked down, uncover and season with Cajun seasoning, 1 tsp garlic powder, and 1 tsp onion powder.
9
Stir everything together and continue to fry the cabbage until it's tender and slightly browned to your liking.
10
Return the cooked shrimp, sausage, and bacon to the skillet with the cabbage.
11
Stir to combine all ingredients, allowing the flavors to meld together for another minute. Serve hot.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Cook bacon until crispy first, remove, and set aside—rendered bacon fat flavors the entire dish and helps brown the sausage.
Don't overcrowd the pan when searing shrimp; cook in batches if needed for proper caramelization rather than steaming.
Chop cabbage into bite-sized pieces and add in stages if your pan is small; it wilts significantly as it cooks.
Season shrimp before cooking with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and Old Bay for even flavor distribution.

Substitutions

Shrimp → firm white fish fillets or scallops (adjust cooking time to 3-4 minutes)
Smoked sausage → andouille or kielbasa (similar cooking time and smoky profile)
Bacon → pancetta or salt pork (adds depth; use same amount)
Butter → ghee or additional olive oil (for dairy-free option)