Recipe
Bacon and Cabbage with a Twist
Savory Delight: Irish Bacon and Cabbage Reinvented
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This recipe is a modern take on the traditional Irish dish, Bacon and Cabbage. It combines the classic flavors of tender bacon and hearty cabbage with a twist of additional ingredients to elevate the dish to new levels of deliciousness.
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Preparation time
20 minutes
Cooking time
40 minutes
Total time
60 minutes
Yields
4 servings
Preparation difficulty
Easy
Suitable for
Gluten-free, Dairy-free, Nut-free, Low-carb, Paleo
Allergens
N/A
Not suitable for
Vegetarian, Vegan, Kosher, Halal, High-carb
Ingredients
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8 slices of bacon 8 slices of bacon
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1 large cabbage, cored and thinly sliced 1 large cabbage, cored and thinly sliced
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2 onions, thinly sliced 2 onions, thinly sliced
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4 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed 4 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
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2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons olive oil
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Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste
Nutrition
- Calories (kcal / KJ): 350 kcal / 1465 KJ
- Fat (total, saturated): 20g, 6g
- Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 25g, 8g
- Protein: 15g
- Fiber: 6g
- Salt: 1.5g
Preparation
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1.Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
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2.Place the cubed potatoes on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until golden and crispy.
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3.In a large skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon from the skillet and set aside.
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4.In the same skillet, add the sliced onions and cook until caramelized, about 10 minutes.
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5.Add the sliced cabbage to the skillet and cook until tender, stirring occasionally, for about 15 minutes.
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6.Crumble the cooked bacon and add it back to the skillet with the cabbage. Stir to combine.
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7.Serve the Bacon and Cabbage with the roasted potatoes on the side.
Treat your ingredients with care...
- Bacon — For a healthier option, choose lean bacon or turkey bacon.
- Cabbage — Make sure to thinly slice the cabbage to ensure even cooking.
- Potatoes — To achieve crispy roasted potatoes, spread them out in a single layer on the baking sheet.
Tips & Tricks
- For added flavor, sprinkle some chopped fresh herbs such as thyme or parsley over the dish before serving.
- If you prefer a smokier taste, use smoked bacon instead of regular bacon.
- To make the dish more filling, serve it with a side of crusty bread.
Serving advice
Serve the Bacon and Cabbage with roasted potatoes on the side for a complete and satisfying meal. Garnish with fresh herbs for an extra touch of freshness.
Presentation advice
Arrange the Bacon and Cabbage on a large serving platter, placing the roasted potatoes alongside. Sprinkle some freshly chopped herbs over the dish for a pop of color.
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