Irish Fried Cabbage with Bacon
Cook a simple side dish with cabbage and bacon.
It's a tasty accompaniment to many meals.
You will need some bacon and a head of cabbage.
The dish is ready in about 15 minutes.
By Nadia Kovalenko
Posted October 24, 2026Share
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Cook a simple side dish with cabbage and bacon.
It's a tasty accompaniment to many meals.
You will need some bacon and a head of cabbage.
The dish is ready in about 15 minutes.
Quick Tip Read the recipe in its entirety before you start cooking. This will help you understand the ingredients, steps, and timing involved, and allow you to prepare any necessary equipment or ingredients beforehand.
Ingredients 4
1 (12 ounce) package bacon
0.25 cup bacon drippings
1 small head cabbage, cored and finely chopped
ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
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1
Cook 1 (12 ounce) package bacon in a deep skillet over medium heat until crisp, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove the bacon and drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Reserve 0.25 cup drippings.
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Add 1 small head cabbage, cored and finely chopped, to the hot bacon drippings. Cook and stir over medium heat until the cabbage wilts, 5 to 7 minutes.
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3
Crumble the bacon over the cabbage. Stir and simmer until the bacon is warmed, 2 to 3 minutes. Season with ground black pepper to taste.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
Amount Per Serving
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Calories 220 kcal
% Daily Value *
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Total Fat 18g
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Saturated Fat 7g
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Cholesterol 30mg
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Sodium 468mg
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Total Carbohydrate 7g
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Dietary Fiber 3g
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Protein 9g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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