This Southern-inspired dish is a perfect blend of tender shrimp, smoky sausage, and caramelized cabbage. It’s quick, hearty, low-carb, and packed with bold flavors, making it an excellent weeknight dinner or meal-prep option!
🕒 Prep Time: 10 minutes
⏳ Cook Time: 20 minutes
⏱ Total Time: 30 minutes
🍽 Servings: 4
🔥 Calories per Serving: ~350
🛒 Ingredients
- 🦐 1 lb large shrimp, peeled & deveined
- 🌭 12 oz smoked sausage, sliced ( turkey sausage)
- 🛢 2 tbsp olive oil (divided)
- 🥬 ½ large head of cabbage, chopped
- 🧅 1 small onion, sliced
- 🧄 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 🌿 ½ tsp dried thyme
- 🌶️ ½ tsp smoked paprika (or cayenne for a kick)
- 🥄 1 tbsp soy sauce (or Worcestershire sauce for extra depth)
- 🧂 Salt & black pepper, to taste
- 🍋 Juice of ½ lemon (for brightness)
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Sauté the Sausage:
Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sliced sausage and cook for 3-4 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside.
2️⃣ Cook the Shrimp:
In the same skillet, add another 1 tbsp olive oil. Season the shrimp with salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika. Sauté for 2 minutes per side, until pink and opaque. Remove and set aside.
3️⃣ Sauté the Vegetables:
Add onions and garlic to the pan, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Stir in the chopped cabbage, soy sauce, thyme, and a pinch of salt & pepper.
4️⃣ Caramelize the Cabbage:
Cook the cabbage for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender and slightly browned.
5️⃣ Bring it Together:
Return the sausage and shrimp to the pan, tossing everything together. Cook for another 2 minutes, then squeeze in lemon juice for extra brightness.
6️⃣ Serve & Enjoy!
Garnish with fresh herbs or extra red pepper flakes for heat.
🍯 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✔️ One-pan meal – easy cleanup!
✔️ Smoky, garlicky, and slightly spicy for bold flavor.
✔️ Low-carb & keto-friendly.
✔️ Quick & satisfying – ready in just 30 minutes!
🔥 Helpful Tips
✅ Want it spicier? Add more cayenne or red pepper flakes.
✅ For added crunch, toss in some bell peppers or carrots.
Enjoy your Fried Cabbage with Shrimp & Sausage—a bold, comforting skillet meal that’s easy and packed with flavor! 🍤🥬🌭 Let me know if you need more delicious recipes! 😊