Description
This Sausage and Cabbage Stir Fry is a quick dinner idea loaded with smoky sausage, tender cabbage, sweet peppers, and onions — all made in one skillet! It’s a flavorful, easy recipe perfect for busy weeknights, low-carb meal plans, or when you're short on time but craving something satisfying. Whether you're looking for healthy snack options or hearty dinner ideas, this dish has you covered. Plus, it's naturally gluten-free, budget-friendly, and endlessly customizable.
Ingredients
1 lb smoked sausage, sliced
1 medium head green cabbage, shredded
1 medium yellow onion, chopped
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon paprika (optional)
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
1. Slice the sausage into thick coins, shred the cabbage, chop the onions and bell peppers, and mince the garlic.
2. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sausage slices and sauté until browned, about 4–5 minutes. Remove and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, add more oil if needed, then sauté the onion and bell peppers for about 4 minutes until soft. Add the garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
4. Add the cabbage and stir to combine. Cook for 6–8 minutes until wilted and slightly browned.
5. Return the sausage to the pan and stir well. Season with salt, pepper, paprika, and red pepper flakes if using. Cook for another 3–4 minutes.
6. Remove from heat and top with chopped green onions. Serve hot.
Notes
Use a wide skillet to give your ingredients room to caramelize, not steam.
Let the sausage brown undisturbed for a few minutes to deepen its flavor.
Adjust the seasoning only after adding the sausage back in — some types can be quite salty.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: sausage and cabbage, cabbage stir fry, one-pan dinner, quick meals, easy recipe