Fried Cabbage Shrimp Sausage Bacon (Print-Friendly Version)
Savory skillet with shrimp, sausage, bacon, and tender cabbage in a flavorful sauce.
# What You'll Need:
→ Proteins
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5 slices bacon, chopped
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10–12 shrimp, peeled, deveined, tails removed
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1 link kielbasa or smoked sausage, sliced 1/2 inch thick
→ Vegetables
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3 cups cabbage, thinly sliced
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1/2 cup yellow onions, chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced
→ Fats & Liquids
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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2 tablespoons butter, divided
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1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
→ Seasonings
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1 teaspoon seafood seasoning (e.g., Old Bay)
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1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
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Crushed red pepper flakes, to taste
# How to Make It:
01 -
In a bowl, toss shrimp with olive oil and seafood seasoning. Set aside to marinate.
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Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Cook chopped bacon until crispy. Transfer to paper towels, reserving rendered fat in skillet.
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Add sliced sausage to skillet. Cook 2–3 minutes per side until browned. Remove and set aside.
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In same skillet, arrange shrimp in a single layer. Cook about 3 minutes per side until pink and curled. Remove and set aside.
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Add 1 tablespoon butter to skillet. Sauté onions with smoked paprika, oregano, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes for 5–6 minutes. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds.
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Add remaining butter and apple cider vinegar. Stir in cabbage to coat evenly. Cook about 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender yet crisp.
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Return bacon, sausage, and shrimp to skillet. Toss gently and heat 1–2 minutes. Adjust seasoning and serve hot.
# Additional Tips:
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Avoid overcrowding the pan when cooking proteins; cook in batches for best texture.
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This skillet meal offers a flavorful, low-carb option with balanced textures.