Cabbage and Sausage with Onions
A hearty and satisfying dish featuring caramelized onions, flavorful sausage, and tender cabbage, perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 small head cabbage, chopped
- 4 pieces sausages (e.g., kielbasa or smoked sausage), sliced
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- to taste salt and pepper
Optional Ingredients
- to taste garlic for extra flavor
- to taste caraway seeds for extra flavor
- to taste smoked paprika for extra flavor
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat for about 1-2 minutes until it shimmers.
- Add the sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until they are golden brown and caramelized, about 10 minutes.
- Add the sliced sausages to the skillet. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring every 2 minutes until they are browned and slightly crisp.
- Stir in the chopped cabbage and season liberally with salt, pepper, and any optional ingredients you'd like to add.
- Cover the skillet and let it cook for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally until the cabbage wilts down and becomes tender.
- Once the cabbage is tender, serve the dish hot.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for about 3-4 days. For freezing, cool completely and store in freezer-safe bags for 2-3 months.