Fried Cabbage Shrimp Sausage (Print Version)

Southern-style skillet with smoky bacon, shrimp, sausage, and cabbage for a hearty, low-carb meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Proteins

01 - 8 ounces raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
02 - 8 ounces kielbasa sausage or smoked sausage, sliced
03 - 4 ounces bacon, chopped

→ Vegetables and Aromatics

04 - 1 small head green cabbage, cored and thinly sliced (about 5 cups)
05 - 1 medium yellow onion, diced
06 - 3 garlic cloves, minced

→ Fats and Oils

07 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
08 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided

→ Seasonings and Spices

09 - 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
10 - 1 teaspoon seafood seasoning
11 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
12 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
13 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
14 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
15 - 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, or to taste

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Toss the peeled and deveined shrimp with olive oil and seafood seasoning in a bowl until evenly coated. Set aside to marinate while preparing other ingredients.
02 - Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped bacon and cook until golden and crisp, about 5 to 7 minutes. Transfer bacon to a paper towel-lined plate, leaving rendered fat in the pan.
03 - In the same skillet, add sliced sausage. Sear until browned on both sides, about 3 minutes per side. Remove sausage and set aside.
04 - Add the marinated shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Sauté for 2 to 3 minutes per side, until pink and curled. Remove shrimp and set aside.
05 - Add 1 tablespoon butter to the skillet. Sauté diced onion with smoked paprika, oregano, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes for 6 minutes, or until onions are soft. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
06 - Add remaining 1 tablespoon butter and apple cider vinegar to the skillet. Stir in sliced cabbage and cook, stirring occasionally, for 12 minutes or until cabbage is tender but retains structure.
07 - Return bacon, sausage, and shrimp to the skillet. Toss gently and cook over medium heat for 1 to 2 minutes to warm through. Taste and adjust seasoning as desired before serving.

# Additional Notes:

01 - Let shrimp marinate briefly in seasoning for enhanced flavor and avoid overcooking to maintain tenderness.
02 - Adding apple cider vinegar heightens overall taste balance and helps brighten the dish.
03 - Refrigerate cooled leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days. Reheat in a skillet for optimal texture.

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