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Best Kielbasa and Cabbage

This smoky and tangy kielbasa and cabbage skillet recipe pairs tender cabbage with a mustard-vinegar sauce, making it perfect for family dinners or meal prep.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 14-16 ounces kielbasa, cut into ¼-inch-thick coins
  • 2 tablespoons salted or unsalted butter
  • 1 medium white or yellow onion, halved and sliced into ½-inch strips
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Kosher salt (such as Diamond Crystal) and black pepper
  • Crushed red pepper
  • 1 medium cabbage (approximately 2 ½ pounds), cut into quarters, cored, and sliced crosswise into ½-inch-thick strips (about 8 cups)
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon whole-grain, stone-ground, or Dijon mustard, plus more for serving
  • Chopped fresh parsley, for serving

Equipment

  • cast iron skillet
  • Sharp knife

Method
 

Brown the Kielbasa
  1. Heat a large cast-iron skillet or pan over medium-high heat. Add the kielbasa coins and cook until golden brown and slightly charred, about 3 minutes on each side.
Cook Aromatics
  1. Add butter, onion, garlic, 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper, and a pinch of crushed red pepper. Cook, stirring, until the onion begins to brown and the garlic becomes fragrant, about 3 minutes.
Saute the Cabbage
  1. Add the cabbage and cook, stirring occasionally, until most of the cabbage softens and browns, approximately 10–12 minutes.
Add Seasonings
  1. Stir in the vinegar and mustard, cooking for 1 minute, and taste for seasonings. Adjust with more salt, pepper, or mustard as needed.
Finish and Serve
  1. Garnish the dish with chopped parsley and serve immediately, alongside extra mustard. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 12gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 850mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Kielbasa and cabbage is versatile and ideal for hearty meals. Adjust acidity and seasoning to tailor the flavor to your liking. Nutrition information is estimated based on common ingredients and serving sizes and may vary.

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