Keto Sausage and Cabbage Skillet
A quick, one-pan meal featuring smoky sausage, sweet onions, and tender cabbage, perfect for a low-carb diet.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb beef sausage (turkey kielbasa or Italian beef sausage) turkey kielbasa is smoky and slices easily; use Italian for crumbled pieces.
- 1 small head cabbage, chopped Green or savoy work best; thinly slice for faster cooking.
- 1 medium onion, sliced Yellow or sweet onion adds depth.
- 2 cloves garlic, minced Add at the end to avoid bitterness.
- 1 tablespoon olive oil Swap for avocado oil or butter if preferred.
- to taste dash salt
- to taste dash black pepper Freshly ground is best.
Optional Toppings
- to taste shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
- to taste fresh herbs (parsley, chives)
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the sliced onion and sauté for 3–4 minutes until translucent and beginning to brown.
- Add the beef sausage. If using turkey kielbasa, slice into rounds; if using links, remove casings to crumble or slice as desired. Cook for 5–7 minutes until nicely browned.
- Stir in the chopped cabbage and minced garlic. Sauté for 6–8 minutes, tossing occasionally, until the cabbage is tender and edges are caramelized.
- If the pan dries out, add a splash of water or chicken broth and cover for 2 minutes to steam.
- Season with salt and plenty of freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, topped with shredded cheese or fresh herbs if using.
Notes
Cool leftovers within two hours and refrigerate in an airtight container. It keeps 3–4 days in the fridge. Reheat gently in a skillet over medium-low heat or microwave in 30-second bursts. To freeze, portion into freezer-safe containers for 2–3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.