Description
Southern Cabbage is the kind of cozy, easy recipe that transforms a humble vegetable into a rich and creamy comfort food. Perfect for weeknight meals, special Sunday dinners, or holiday gatherings, this one-pan side dish is quick to prepare, full of flavor, and feeds a crowd. Whether you’re seeking healthy comfort food, simple dinner ideas, or Southern-inspired vegetable sides, this recipe fits them all. It’s hearty, creamy, slightly spicy, and totally crave-worthy.
Ingredients
1 medium head green cabbage
2 tablespoons butter
1 small onion, thinly sliced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup chicken broth
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 small red chili pepper, thinly sliced (optional for garnish)
Instructions
1. Cut the cabbage into wedges, keeping the core intact to hold them together.
2. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add sliced onion and minced garlic. Sauté until soft and fragrant.
3. Place cabbage wedges cut-side down in the skillet. Let them brown slightly, then flip to brown both sides.
4. Pour in chicken broth until it reaches halfway up the cabbage. Sprinkle in salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
5. Cover the skillet, reduce heat to low, and let simmer for 20–25 minutes until cabbage is fork-tender.
6. Remove lid, pour in heavy cream, and gently stir to coat. Simmer uncovered for 5 more minutes until sauce slightly thickens.
7. Garnish with red chili slices if using. Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
Don’t skip browning the cabbage—it adds flavor depth.
Keep the cabbage wedges intact while cooking to avoid mushiness.
Add extra broth if the liquid reduces too quickly during simmering.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 1/6 of recipe)
- Calories: 132
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 275mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 31mg
Keywords: Southern cabbage, easy cabbage recipe, creamy cabbage, comfort food, vegetable side dish