FRIED CABBAGE WITH SHRIMP, SAUSAGE & BACON RECIPE

🍳 Instructions:

1. Cook the bacon
   • In a large skillet or Dutch oven, cook bacon pieces until crispy.
   • Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving bacon drippings in the pan.
2. Cook the sausage & shrimp
   • Add sausage slices to the same skillet and cook until browned. Remove and set aside.
   • Add shrimp with a little butter, season lightly with salt & pepper, and sauté 2–3 minutes until just pink. Remove and set aside.
3. Sauté onion & garlic
   • In the same pan, add olive oil and butter (if needed), then sauté onions until softened.
   • Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
4. Cook the cabbage
   • Add chopped cabbage, paprika, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.
   • Stir well, cover, and cook for about 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cabbage is tender but not mushy.
5. Combine everything
   • Add back the bacon, sausage, and shrimp. Toss well to combine.
   • Taste and adjust seasoning.
6. Serve hot
   • Garnish with fresh parsley and enjoy!

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🌟 Tips:

• For extra flavor, squeeze fresh lemon juice over the shrimp before serving.
• You can make it spicy by adding Cajun seasoning or hot sauce.
• This dish pairs well with cornbread or rice.

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Would you like me to also give you a one-pan oven-baked version of this dish (less stirring, more set-and-forget style)?