This Breakfast Cabbage Sauté has got to be my favorite breakfast! This creation happened by accident one day when I was fridge foraging and found cabbage, kale, red peppers and onions that needed to be used up. I have been calling it my happy accident ever since. The point is sometimes the most unusual combinations become the most delicious meal! I always say “play with your food”. One of my other favorite breakfasts is this Breakfast Hash.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This breakfast cabbage sauté: is a savory, nutritious, protein-packed quick skillet meal with shredded cabbage caramelized in ghee, kale, peppers, eggs and onions.
It is a low-carb, fiber-rich dish: that can be customized with bacon, or breakfast sausage adding even more protein to your plate!
It’s Paleo and Whole30: Having no gluten, grains, or dairy, it is the perfect dish if you need to keep it Paleo or Whole30 friendly.
Ingredients You Will Need
Green cabbage: is a versatile cruciferous vegetable with dense, waxy, light green leaves, perfect for making a breakfast cabbage sauté.
Bell pepper: are a member of the nightshade family and are related to tomatoes. They can be green, red, yellow or orange eaten cooked or raw.
Scallion: also known as green onions, are a mild-flavored immature onion harvested before a big bulb forms.
Kale: is a leafy green vegetable that is a member of the cabbage family. Kale is versatile having a nutty, earthy flavor that works well in many recipes.
Ghee: adds a rich, nutty flavor. I love Fourth and Heart ghee.
Garlic powder: is best for when you want a milder flavor that will also coat meats easier for sautéing or quickly frying, especially in breakfast cabbage sauté dishes.
Smoked paprika: introduces a distinct smoky flavor that complements the other spices, adding depth and a unique taste.
Salt and black pepper: salt enhances and balances flavors. Meanwhile, ground black pepper adds a gentle heat.
Eggs: are a good source of protein and vitamins and are one of the few foods that should be classified as “superfoods”.
EBTB seasoning: everything but the bagel seasoning is typically a mixture of black and white sesame seeds, poppy seeds, dried minced garlic and onion, and sea salt flakes.
Avocado: is a nutrient dense, pear shaped, fruit with a creamy, pale green, non-sweet flesh that is rich in healthy fats and vitamins.
Chives: add a subtle oniony flavor and a touch of freshness, which pairs well in the breakfast cabbage sauté.
Instructions
Melt the ghee: in a large skillet.
Add the shredded cabbage: and stir until it begins to wilt. For a breakfast sauté with cabbage, cook fully before adding other veggies.
Add the diced peppers: scallions and spice.
Once the cabbage starts to brown: add the kale, stirring until it wilts.
Once wilted: you can refrigerate and take out a serving at a time and reheat in some ghee, frying your eggs in the same pan.
Garnish: with a few slices of avocado, diced chives and a hearty sprinkle of EBTB seasoning to finish your breakfast cabbage sauté.
Enjoy!
Recipe Tips and Tricks
Meal prep: everything but the eggs and pull out one serving at a time for breakfast or lunch! This saves so much time on busy mornings.
Shred the cabbage fine: as it gives the dish a nice texture and also cooks up quicker.
Recipe Variations
Savoy cabbage: is a delicious alternative to green cabbage and can be used in a breakfast sauté recipe.
Baby spinach: is perfect if you are not a fan of kale.
Vidalia onions: are a great option instead of scallions.
Storage Tips
You can store everything but the fried eggs in the fridge for 5-7 days when placed in an air tight glass container. The eggs are best made fresh the day of. For a breakfast cabbage sauté, the cooked vegetables keep well refrigerated.
FAQ’S About Breakfast Cabbage Sauté
What type of cabbage is best?
Green cabbage is the most popular choice because it is hardy, holds its texture well, and browns nicely, making it ideal for a breakfast cabbage sauté.
How do I keep it from drying out?
Add more fat (ghee, butter or oil) or even a little bone broth. These tips will help maintain moisture in your breakfast cabbage sauté.
What seasoning go well with it?
Garlic, onions, chili peppers and smoked paprika are my favorites for breakfast cabbage sauté flavor.
Breakfast Cabbage Sauté
Ingredients
Method
- Melt the ghee in a large skillet.
- Add the shredded cabbage and stir till it begins to wilt.
- Add the diced peppers, onions and spice.
- Once the cabbage starts to brown add the kale, stirring until it wilts.
- Once wilted you can refrigerate and take out a portion at a time and reheat in ghee and fry your eggs in the same pan.
- Garnish with avocado slices, chopped chives and a hearty sprinkle of everything bagel seasoning on it.
