Creamy Garlic Parmesan Cabbage (Low Carb Skillet Recipe) Recipe
Creamy Garlic Parmesan Cabbage is a flavorful low-carb skillet dish featuring tender seared cabbage wedges simmered in a rich garlic Parmesan cream sauce with a hint of Cajun seasoning. This easy, comforting recipe combines buttery, cheesy goodness with fresh herbs, making it a perfect side or light vegetarian main.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Carb
Ingredients
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Cabbage
- 1 medium head green cabbage (about 2 lbs), cored and cut into 5-6 wedges
Cooking Fats
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Aromatics and Seasoning
- 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Sauce
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, plus more for garnish
Instructions
- Sear Cabbage Wedges: Heat the butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place the cabbage wedges flat side down and sear undisturbed for 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden brown, using tongs to carefully flip them. Remove the seared cabbage wedges to a plate and set aside.
- Sauté Onion: Lower the skillet heat to medium. Add the finely chopped yellow onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is soft and golden, about 5 minutes.
- Add Garlic and Seasoning: Stir in the minced garlic and Cajun seasoning, cooking for about 1 minute until the garlic is fragrant.
- Add Cream and Deglaze: Pour in the heavy cream while scraping up any browned bits stuck to the pan’s bottom. Let the mixture simmer gently for 2 to 3 minutes to slightly thicken the sauce.
- Incorporate Cheese and Parsley: Stir in the freshly grated Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh parsley. Continue simmering the sauce for another minute until it becomes smooth and creamy.
- Combine and Cook Together: Return the cabbage wedges to the skillet, spooning the creamy sauce over them. Partially cover the skillet and cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cabbage is fork-tender.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle with extra chopped parsley for garnish and serve the creamy garlic Parmesan cabbage warm. Enjoy your flavorful, low-carb dish!
Notes
- For a spicier kick, increase the Cajun seasoning or add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best flavor and smooth melting in the sauce.
- To keep it low carb, avoid adding any sugar or flour-based thickeners.
- This dish pairs well with grilled chicken or fish for a complete meal.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop.
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