My air fried cabbage with sausage recipe is a quick, healthy, and delicious way to make a flavorful southern-inspired side dish using your air fryer.
We totally love how well seasoned and tender the cabbage is with juicy sausages and onions and I know it's about to become your favorite veggie and meat low carb side dish or meal that's why I can't wait to share it with you all!
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Easy air fried cabbage with sausage recipe
Cabbage and sausage is a beloved combination in many cuisines, bringing together the smokey flavors of smoked meat and the tender cabbage.
This recipe shows you how to make air fried cabbage and sausages as well as a variation which includes the addition of bacon bits for a delicious and hearty southern dish.
Why this recipe is so good
- It's fast and easy: with simple prep and ingredients, you'll have this tasty side on the table in under 30 minutes.
- Less oil needed: Air frying uses less oil for crispy, browned cabbage without the extra calories.
- Packed with flavor: you'll get a well seasoned smoky sausage with tender cabbage, making every bite delicious.
- Versatile: serve it as a side, stuff it into sandwiches, top nachos, or eat it on its own!
Ingredients
- ½ of a medium Cabbage or 1 small cabbage.
- 1 pound Smoked sausage (andouille, kielbasa, chicken sausage or even hot dogs will work)
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon Bouillon powder
- 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Oil
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How to make fried cabbage with sausage
Not to worry if you don't have an air fryer yet, I'll also show you how to make it in a skillet on the stovetop.
In the air fryer
Chop the cabbage and slice the sausages. Combine everything in a bowl and toss to coat.
Air fry at 380°F (190°C) for 13 to 15 minutes, tossing every 5 minutes.
Skillet instructions
Heat the oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat, and cook the sliced sausage for 2-3 minutes until lightly browned, then add the sliced onion and cook for 2-3 more minutes.
Add the sliced cabbage, red pepper flakes, bouillon powder, garlic powder, black pepper and apple cider vinegar tossing to coat the cabbage evenly.
Cover and cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is tender but still has a bit of crunch.
Variations
Fried cabbage with bacon: You can swap out the sausages and use bacon.
Air frying Tips
- No preheat needed
- Remove the core of the cabbage then chop the cabbage into large even chunks.
- Cut the sausages into equal pieces to ensure even cooking.
- The onions should also be in large chunks so that they don’t fall through the air fryer inner basket and also so that it cooks evenly without burning.
- Use smoked and pre-cooked sausages
- Stir with a silicon spatula at 5 mins intervals while air frying.
FAQs
Here you’ll find answers to common questions about this recipe. If your question isn’t answered, please leave us a comment below and we’ll gladly answer them.
Andouille or kielbasa work well but any smoked pre-cooked sausage will do.
About 3-5 days in an airtight container.
Yes, just store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days and reheat before serving.
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Air fried cabbage with sausage
Ingredients
- ½ medium cabbage
- 1 lb smoked sausages
- 1 medium onion
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon bouillon powder
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Cut the cabbage into chunky slices or shreds.
- Slice the smoked sausages into ½-inch rounds.
- Slice onions into chunky slices
- In a large bowl, combine the sliced cabbage, sausage, onion, red pepper flakes, bouillon powder, oil, garlic powder, and black pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
- Transfer the cabbage mixture to the air fryer basket, spreading it out in an even layer.
- Air fry at 380°F for 13 to 15 minutes, tossing with a spatula at 5 min intervals till cabbage is tender and sausage is cooked through.
- Serve hot.
Stovetop Instructions
- Heat the oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
- Add the sliced sausage and cook for 2-3 minutes until lightly browned.
- Add the sliced onion and continue cooking for 2-3 more minutes until the onion is slightly softened.
- Add the sliced cabbage, red pepper flakes, bouillon powder, apple cider vinegar garlic powder, and black pepper. Toss to combine and coat the cabbage evenly.
- Cover the skillet with a lid and cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is tender but still has a bit of crunch.
- Serve hot or warm.
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What a great recipe, I make it often because it's not only delicious, but low carb too!
Hey Jamie!
Thank you for the feedback! Happy you you make it often. Enjoy!
Fried cabbage and sausage is one of my favorites! Never thought to make it in the air fryer. Thank you.
Oh yes Laura! It's easy too. Enjoy!
So good! I had half of a head of cabbage that needed a purpose, and this recipe delivered! I love that I was able to make it in the air fryer, so easy and convenient. I ate it as a stand alone meal, the sausage provided plenty of protein and flavor!
This was so easy to make for dinner! Will make again.