Description
Sizzling fried cabbage with shrimp & sausage combines Southern comfort with coastal charm, delivering a hearty one-skillet wonder. Spicy sausage, tender shrimp, and caramelized cabbage create a savory symphony that welcomes you to a delicious culinary adventure.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1/2 pound (226 grams) shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 pound (226 grams) smoked sausage, sliced
Vegetables:
- 1 small head of cabbage, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Seasonings and Oils:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Render the smoked sausage in a spacious skillet over medium flame, creating a golden-brown exterior for approximately 3-4 minutes. Transfer the sausage to a separate plate.
- Infuse the identical skillet with remaining olive oil and introduce minced garlic, allowing its aromatic essence to bloom for roughly 30 seconds.
- Cascade the shredded cabbage into the skillet, complementing it with smoked paprika, onion powder, and red pepper flakes. Gently manipulate the ingredients, permitting the cabbage to tenderize and slightly wilt over 5-7 minutes.
- Reintroduce the seared sausage and incorporate raw shrimp into the vegetable medley, stirring thoroughly to ensure even distribution and consistent heat exposure.
- Continue cooking until shrimp transform into a vibrant pink hue and reach complete doneness, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Calibrate the dish’s flavor profile by seasoning with salt and freshly cracked black pepper, adjusting to personal preference.
- Plate immediately while maintaining optimal temperature and serving warmth.
Notes
- Ensure shrimp are deveined and peeled for easier eating and a cleaner presentation.
- Choose pre-cooked sausage to reduce overall cooking time and simplify preparation.
- Select fresh cabbage with crisp, vibrant leaves for the best texture and flavor intensity.
- Adjust spice levels by reducing or increasing red pepper flakes according to personal heat tolerance.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Southern (American)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 150mg