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Frito Cowboy Cabbage

Tender sautéed cabbage with bell peppers, onions, and garlic, topped with crunchy Fritos for a Southern-inspired side dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish, Vegetable
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 head green cabbage chopped
  • 1 bell pepper sliced
  • 1 onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup Fritos corn chips

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Spatula
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

  1. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Sauté onion, garlic, and bell pepper until softened.
  3. Add cabbage, season with salt, pepper, and paprika if desired.
  4. Cook 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally until tender.
  5. Remove from heat and top with Fritos before serving.

Notes

Add Fritos just before serving to maintain crunch.