Sweet and Sour Cabbage Recipe

Overhead view of cabbage in large white braiser pan on marble surface.

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Sweet and Sour Cabbage Recipe

This Southern Sweet and Sour Cabbage recipe is made with green cabbage, crispy bacon, and a tangy-sweet sauce. A quick, comforting side dish perfect for Sunday dinner.

Prep Time15

Cook Time15

Total Time30

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: sweet and sour cabbage

Servings:

Calories: 96kcal

Author: LaKita Anderson

Equipment

1 large pot or Dutch oven
1 large skillet or braiser

Ingredients

6 cups roughly chopped green cabbage
½ cup cooked bacon, chopped
1 ½ tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons brown sugar (light or dark)
¼ cup vinegar
½ cup water
¼ cup onion, chopped
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions

Begin the recipe by cooking the 6 cups of chopped cabbage in boiling water for about 5 minutes and then drain off the water. This step will help to slightly soften the cabbage, but also still allow it to remain slightly crispy.
*Boil enough water to cover the cabbage and then add the prepared shredded cabbage. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes or until slightly tender. Set aside.
Using a large skillet or the same pan, cook the ½ cup of bacon until it's well done and carefully remove it from the pan. Blot it with a paper towel to remove the excess oil.
Mix the leftover bacon fat with the 1 ½ tablespoons all-purpose flour and 3 tablespoons brown sugar. Add in the ¼ cup vinegar, ½ cup water, ¼ cup chopped onion, ¼ teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper.
Add the cabbage back to the pan with the sauce and gently toss to combine and coat the cabbage in the sauce mixture. Chop the bacon into small pieces and place it on top of the cooked cabbage.
Mix everything together until combined and cook for an additional 5 minutes, until heated thoroughly. Serve warm and enjoy!
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days

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