cook cabbage with eggs

Cabbage and Eggs is a quick, budget-friendly meal that’s perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a light dinner. This recipe serves 4.

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp butter or olive oil
• ½ medium green cabbage, thinly sliced (about 4 cups)
• 1 small onion, thinly sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 large eggs
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp paprika
• ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley or green onions, for garnish
• ½ cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese (optional)

Instructions

1. Heat the butter or olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add the onion and cook for 3–4 minutes, until softened.
3. Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds, until fragrant.
4. Add the sliced cabbage, salt, pepper, paprika, and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is tender and lightly browned.
5. If using cheese, sprinkle it evenly over the cabbage.
6. Make 4 small wells in the cabbage mixture and crack one egg into each well.
7. Cover the skillet with a lid and cook for 4–6 minutes, or until the egg whites are set and the yolks are cooked to your preference.
8. Garnish with chopped parsley or green onions and serve immediately.

Serving Suggestions

Serve with:

• Toast or crusty bread
• Roasted potatoes
• Fresh tomato slices
• Avocado
• Hot sauce for extra flavor

Tips

• Add cooked bacon, sausage, or diced ham for a heartier meal.
• For extra vegetables, stir in sliced mushrooms or diced bell peppers with the onions.
• If you prefer scrambled eggs, beat the eggs first and pour them over the cooked cabbage. Stir gently until the eggs are just set.