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    Sweet and Sour Cabbage

    September 24, 2019 by LaKita 8 Comments

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    Sweet and sour cabbage is a simple side dish that combines green cabbage and bacon with a delicious sweet and sour sauce. It is flavorful and perfect for any meal.

    bowl of sweet and sour cabbage next to two forks

    Cabbage and Bacon are pretty hard to beat when it comes to a hearty down-home meal. This combination is so humble yet flavorful that it makes the perfect addition to any meal.

    This recipe is simple and quick and puts a twist on this winning combination. The vinegar adds a tangy bite to the cabbage while the brown sugar sweetens the recipe and helps to bring out the flavors of the bacon. You have to give this recipe a try as I am sure you will not be disappointed.

    What ingredients are needed for Sweet and Sour Cabbage?

    ingredients for sweet and sour cabbage

    1. Shredded green cabbage
    2. Bacon
    3. All-purpose flour
    4. Brown sugar
    5. Vinegar
    6. Water
    7. Chopped onion

    How do I make sweet and sour cabbage?

    Begin the recipe by cooking 5 cups of shredded cabbage in boiling water for 5 minutes and then drain. This will slightly soften the cabbage but allow it to remain crisp.

    shredded cabbage in a large pot

    Next, cook Β½ cup of bacon until well done and blot with a paper towel to remove excess oil.

    chopped bacon for sweet and sour cabbage

    Chop bacon into small pieces and place on top of the cooked cabbage.

    sweet and sour cabbage being prepared in a pot with a wooden spoon

    Blend the leftover bacon fat with flour and brown sugar. Add vinegar, water, chopped onion, and salt and pepper to taste.

    sauce in a skillet for sweet and sour cabbage

    Cook until thick and pour over the cabbage and bacon. Mix until blended and cook until heat thoroughly. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 3 days.

    Other delicious side dish options:

    • Easy Weeknight Macaroni and Cheese
    • Oven Roasted Broccoli
    • Fried Okra
    • Easy Cornbread Dressing

    close-up side view of sweet and sour cabbage in a bowl with a napkin

    close-up side view sweet and sour cabbage in a bowl next to a napkin

    Sweet and Sour Cabbage

    LaKita Anderson
    Sweet and sour cabbage is a simple side dish that combines green cabbage and bacon with a delicious sweet and sour sauce. It is flavorful and perfect for any meal.
    4.72 from 7 votes
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Cook Time 15 mins
    Course Side Dish
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4
    Calories 147 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 5 cups shredded green cabbage
    • Β½ cup cooked bacon, chopped
    • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
    • 3 tablespoons brown sugar
    • ΒΌ cup vinegar
    • Β½ cup water
    • 1 tablespoon onion, chopped
    • salt and pepper to taste

    Instructions
     

    • Cook 5 cups of shredded cabbage in boiling water for 5 minutes and then drain.
    • Cook Β½ cup of bacon until well done and blot the bacon strips with a paper towel to remove excess oil. Save the pan drippings.
    • Chop bacon and place on top of cooked cabbage.
    • Blend the leftover bacon drippings with flour and brown sugar.
    • Add vinegar, water, chopped onion, and salt and pepper to taste (may also use red pepper flakes).
    • Cook until thick and pour over the cabbage and bacon. Mix until blended. Cook until heat thoroughly. Serve warm.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 147kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 7gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 14mgSodium: 263mgPotassium: 232mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 86IUVitamin C: 32mgCalcium: 42mgIron: 1mg

    *All nutritional information is based on third party calculations and is only an estimate. Each recipe and nutritional value will vary depending on the brands you use, measuring methods and portion sizes per household.

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    fork with sweet and sour cabbage over a bowl

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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Theresa Simons

      October 26, 2020 at 3:57 pm

      5 stars
      delicious the best I love it.

      Reply
      • LaKita

        November 05, 2020 at 2:02 pm

        Thank you Theresa!

        Reply
    2. Sheila Lewis

      June 27, 2021 at 6:03 pm

      5 stars
      My husband loves this receipe and he's not all that big on cabbage!!!!!

      Reply
      • LaKita

        July 04, 2021 at 7:24 pm

        So glad to hear it!!!

        Reply
    3. Lorna

      October 30, 2021 at 6:32 am

      Lovely recipe I’ve. Used cider vinegar it works a treat πŸŽƒπŸŽƒπŸŽƒ

      Reply
      • LaKita

        October 30, 2021 at 8:11 pm

        Thank you so much Lorna! Glad to hear you enjoyed the recipe!

        Reply
    4. Carole

      May 22, 2022 at 3:09 am

      This looks like a delicious recipe. Some that I looked at were mostly vinegar and looked like too much pucker power. I will use rice vinegar which is a tiny bit milder. Brown sugar does wonders for ham so I am sure it will be great with bacon. Love cabbage whether cooked or in Cole slaw. Also love sweet and sour. The combination is a winner. A little sweet onion like Walla Walla or Vadalia just puts it over the top.

      Reply
      • LaKita

        May 23, 2022 at 9:55 am

        Sounds great! Thank you so much for sharing and glad to hear that you enjoyed the recipe.

        Reply

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