Description
This flavorful Cabbage and Sausage recipe is a quick and easy 30-minute meal featuring savory kielbasa sautéed with tender cabbage, carrots, and a flavorful blend of spices. Perfectly balanced with a touch of mustard, brown sugar, and hot sauce, it makes a comforting and satisfying dish that pairs wonderfully with mashed potatoes or steamed rice.
Ingredients
Scale
Sausage and Vegetables
- 14 oz. kielbasa, sliced
- 5 cups green cabbage, roughly chopped
- 1 cup carrots, julienned
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Seasonings and Liquids
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon hot sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Sauté the Sausage: Heat the olive oil over medium-high heat in a skillet. Add the sliced kielbasa and sauté until the edges are golden brown, about 4 minutes. Remove the sausage from the skillet and set aside.
- Cook the Onions and Garlic: In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onions and cook for about 7 minutes until softened and slightly caramelized to develop flavor. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 2 minutes, stirring frequently to avoid burning.
- Deglaze the Pan and Add Seasonings: Pour in the chicken broth, then add the Dijon mustard, brown sugar, hot sauce, and dried parsley. Use a silicone spatula to scrape and loosen any browned bits from the bottom and sides of the skillet, incorporating those flavors into the mixture.
- Sauté the Cabbage and Carrots: Increase the heat to medium-high and add the chopped cabbage and julienned carrots to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper. Sauté for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is tender but still has some texture.
- Combine and Heat Through: Return the browned kielbasa to the skillet and toss everything together. Cook for another 2 to 3 minutes until everything is heated through and well combined.
- Serve: Plate the cabbage and sausage mixture and serve warm. This dish pairs excellently with mashed potatoes or steamed rice as a side.
Notes
- This recipe is a quick, 30-minute meal packed with savory and slightly sweet flavors, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Feel free to swap kielbasa for another smoked sausage if desired.
- Adjust the hot sauce amount to suit your spice preference.
- For a gluten-free option, ensure the sausage and broth are certified gluten-free.
- This dish pairs well with mashed potatoes, steamed rice, or your favorite potato side.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 435 kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 1067 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 21 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 16 g
- Cholesterol: 78 mg
