30 Best Cabbage Recipes to Use This Hearty Vegetable
There's more than just coleslaw out there.
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Cabbage might not be the first vegetable you think of when planning out your family dinners, but that doesn't mean it should be all together ignored! After all, cabbage is the key to our favorite BBQ side dish (coleslaw) and it can even act as an ingredient in comfort food mains like soups or even burgers. All you need are a few creative cabbage recipes to prove just how versatile this veggie can be.
Not to worry—we've got you covered! Here, you'll find tons of ways to use cabbage including stuffed cabbage, fried cabbage, cabbage pasta, and plenty of ideas for your St. Patrick’s Day menu. Think: Ree Drummond's classic corned beef and cabbage.
Before you begin, you should know that there are different types of cabbage. For instance, red cabbage will add a pop of color and crunch to many salads or coleslaw recipes. And napa cabbage is the perfect addition to the homemade pork, shrimp, and cabbage dumplings. When sautéed, green cabbage becomes tender and adaptable enough to be used in a variety of recipes. You could try the traditional Polish dish of cabbage and noodles or a one-pot meal with sausage and potatoes for a quick weeknight dinner. In fact, go ahead and add cabbage to your grocery list this week, there’s sure to be a recipe you want to make!
Fried Cabbage
We'll let you in on a little secret: bacon is what makes this cabbage recipe so special! The cabbage crisps in the drippings, then steams in the pan until tender. Finally, it's topped with the fried bacon for a perfectly crispy crunch.
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Stuffed Cabbage
Take it from us, nothing says home cooking like a plate of stuffed cabbage rolls served over creamy mashed potatoes. But really, it's the sweet and sour tomato sauce that makes this dish so hard to resist.
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Cabbage and Sausage
We're always looking for ways to make our weeknights easier. Insert: this quick and hearty skillet dinner that will hit the spot for a family meal. Serve with spicy mustard or a dollop of sour cream!
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Cabbage Soup
Ingredients like hearty white beans, cabbage, and plenty of veggies help make this budget-friendly soup a comforting weeknight meal! We suggest serving each bowl with a slice of toast for dipping.
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Slow Cooker Corned Beef and Cabbage
Whether you're cooking this up for St. Paddy's Day or beyond, the corned beef will get a head start in the slow cooker before you add the cabbage. This ensures your cabbage will never be mushy... just flavorful!
Classic Coleslaw
What if we told you this coleslaw recipe can be made in just 10 minutes? Yep, it's that easy! It's all thanks to pre-shredded cabbage or coleslaw mix. So, go ahead and whip up a big batch for your next potluck.
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Green Goddess Chicken Salad Dip
A salad and dip all in one? Sign us up... then pass the chips! With cabbage, cucumber, and chopped rotisserie chicken as the base, this colorful dish is sure to be a hit.
Tangy Coleslaw
Hosting a barbecue? This make-ahead slaw will go with just about any main dish you could grill! Bright and tangy flavor will add to burgers, grilled chicken, or even steak.
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Homemade Sauerkraut
Why grab a store-bought jar of sauerkraut when you can easily make your own? It only takes a few steps, plus a few weeks to ferment. But it's seriously worth the wait, especially when added to a Reuben sandwich!
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Corned Beef and Cabbage
You'll want to enjoy this St. Patrick's Day staple year-round, thanks to Ree's delicious Guinness-infused recipe.
Get the Corned Beef and Cabbage recipe.
BBQ Hot Dogs with Cilantro Slaw
It's hard to make hot dogs any better than they already are, but a heaping scoop of colordul homemade slaw certainly does the trick. This one is made with both red cabbage and savoy cabbage.
Colorful Coleslaw
The best thing to do with a head of cabbage is to make a tangy slaw. This dish gets its colorful look from mini sweet peppers and red cabbage.
Get Ree's Colorful Coleslaw recipe.
Chicken Tostadas
Red cabbage is the perfect tostada topping. You'll get a delightful crunch with each bite.
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Tex-Mex Grain Bowl
You can get creative with the toppings on these Tex-Mex bowls, but we think a light cabbage slaw, cilantro, and crumbled Cojita cheese is just the ticket.
Get Ree's Tex-Mex Grain Bowl recipe.
Bok Choy Stir Fry
Bok choy is a type of Chinese cabbage that's delicious in stir fries. Pair it with a tangy ginger garlic sauce and noodles for a flavorful weeknight dinner.
Caribbean Burgers with Mango Slaw
Make a vibrant mango and mint slaw to accompany this juicy teriyaki burger.
Get Ree's Caribbean Burgers with Mango Slaw recipe.
Bacon Wrapped Cabbage
You can wrap anything in bacon—even cabbage! The salty, smoky flavors make this side disbh irresistible.
Old Fashioned Cabbage Casserole
This creamy cabbage dish is topped with buttery cracker crumbs. Shredded cheddar cheese makes it even more golden and delicious.
Get the Old Fashioned Cabbage Casserole recipe at Spicy Southern Kitchen.
Corned Beef Reuben with Coleslaw
Fresh coleslaw gives this reuben sandwich a tangy flavor and nice crunch. Any extra slaw can be served on the side.
Get the Corned Beef Reuben with Coleslaw recipe at Life Love Good Food.
Roasted Chicken with Cabbage
Cook this chicken and cabbage dinner right in your skillet for an easy one-pan meal.
Get the Roasted Chicken with Cabbage recipe at The Modern Proper.
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