Seasoned Butter Cabbage
Seasoned Butter Cabbage – A simple, Keto-friendly side dish you’ll love. This recipe is a quick, flavorful, and satisfying option that pairs beautifully with grilled meats, roasted chicken, or even on its own as a light lunch. Made with green cabbage, aromatic shallots, and a savory blend of herbs, this buttery cabbage dish is loaded with flavor, not carbs.
Why You’ll Love This Seasoned Butter Cabbage Recipe
- Keto & Low-Carb Friendly: Just a few net carbs per serving.
- Quick and Easy: Ready in under 20 minutes.
- Versatile: Perfect for a light lunch, weeknight dinners, or a holiday side dish.
- Flavor-Packed: Shallots, oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes add layers of deliciousness.
Making Seasoned Butter Cabbage
Prep the Cabbage:
If you’re using a whole cabbage, slice it thinly to resemble “noodles.” Pre-cut cabbage or slaw mix, however, can save time and works just as well. Additionally, the slaw mix has the added bonus of thinly sliced carrots. Mmm!
Sauté the Shallots:
Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven over medium heat, melt the butter. Add chopped shallots and sauté until fragrant and translucent, which takes about 2–3 minutes.
Season:
Then, sprinkle in the oregano, basil, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir well to combine and let cook another 2–3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Cook the Cabbage:
Add the sliced cabbage to the pan and toss well to coat in the seasoned butter and shallots. Cook until the cabbage starts to wilt and becomes tender. The cabbage will start to release some juice, too, which tells you it’s done.
The hard part, if you want to call it that, is not over cooking it. More specifically, the cabbage will continue to release it’s juices, so when it’s tender, wilted, and the juices have started to release, take it off the heat.
Serve:
Lastly, remove from heat and either stir in the shaved Parmesan cheese, or serve it on the side for topping, then serve hot.
Tips for the Best Keto Cabbage Side Dish
- Use Fresh Herbs: If you have fresh oregano or basil, feel free to swap them in for extra vibrance.
- Add Protein: Toss in cooked bacon or grilled chicken for a one-pan meal.
- Make it Dairy-Free: Substitute butter with ghee or olive oil, and skip the Parmesan.
Serving Ideas
Pair this buttery cabbage with:
- Slow Cooker Ranch Pork Chops
- Italian Zucchini Meatballs
- Baked Parmesan Chicken
- Chicken and Mushroom Skillet
- Slow Cooker Pork Ribs
- Turkey Meatloaf
- Slow Cooker Balsamic Chicken
- or with a couple hard boiled eggs on top for a light lunch
This dish also works beautifully as a base for a low-carb “pasta” bowl, especially if you use a head of cabbage cut into “noodles.”
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Seasoned Butter Noodles
Ingredients
- 1 head green cabbage (2 – 14oz. bags of pre-cut coleslaw mix works great too!)
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1 shallot, finely chopped
- 1/2 tsp. dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp. dried basil
- salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/4 tsp. red pepper flakes (optional for a little heat)
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, shaved
- Optional Garnish: sliced green onions or fresh chopped parsley
Instructions
- Prep the Cabbage: If you're using a whole cabbage, slice it thinly to resemble “noodles.” Pre-cut cabbage or slaw mix can save time and works just as well.
- Sauté the Shallots: In a Dutch oven over medium heat, melt the butter. Add chopped shallots and sauté until fragrant and translucent, about 2–3 minutes.
- Season: Sprinkle in the oregano, basil, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir well to combine and let cook another 2–3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Cook the Cabbage: Add the sliced cabbage to the pan. Toss well to coat in the seasoned butter and shallots. Cook for just a few minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage softens, wilts, and juices just start to release.
- Either sprinkle in the Parmesan cheese and stir, or serve on the side for topping. Enjoy!
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Seasoned Butter Cabbage
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