Fried Cabbage with Shrimp
Fried Cabbage with Shrimp is a savory, low-carb skillet dish combining tender cabbage, succulent shrimp, and smoky kielbasa sausage. Seasoned with garlic and bold spices, this easy one-pan meal is packed with protein and veggies, perfect for a quick, keto-friendly dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Total Time: 25-30 minutes
- Yield: 2-3 servings
- Category: Main Dish, Keto Dinner, Low-Carb Meal
- Method: Sautéing, skillet cooking
- Cuisine: American, Keto
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
10–12 shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 link kielbasa or smoked sausage, cut into ½-inch pieces
3 cups cabbage, thinly sliced
½ cup yellow onions, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp seafood seasoning
½ tsp smoked paprika
¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
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Heat a large skillet over medium heat; cook kielbasa pieces until browned and crispy, about 5 minutes. Remove and set aside.
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In the same skillet, sauté onions and garlic until fragrant and translucent, 2–3 minutes.
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Add cabbage; cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and browned, 8–10 minutes.
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Season cabbage with seafood seasoning, smoked paprika, and black pepper; stir well.
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Return shrimp and kielbasa to skillet; cook until shrimp turn pink and opaque, 3–4 minutes.
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Stir to combine flavors and heat through. Adjust seasoning if needed.
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Serve warm.
Notes
Add cayenne or red pepper flakes for heat.
Boost veggies with bell peppers or mushrooms.
Garnish with fresh parsley or green onions.
Use low-sodium sausage for lower salt.
Avoid overcrowding pan to keep cabbage crisp.
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