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Frito Cowboy Cabbage

Tender sautéed cabbage mixed with onions, bell peppers, and crunchy Frito corn chips for a flavorful southern-style side dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 plates
Course: Side Dish, Vegetable
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 medium cabbage shredded
  • 1 onion thinly sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 0.5 tsp salt adjust to taste
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup Frito corn chips crushed
  • 2 tbsp parsley chopped, optional

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Mixing spoon
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Sauté onions and bell peppers for 5 minutes until softened.
  3. Add garlic and cook 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Add shredded cabbage, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper; sauté 10–12 minutes until tender.
  5. Remove from heat and sprinkle crushed Fritos on top.
  6. Garnish with parsley if desired and serve warm.

Notes

Add Fritos just before serving to maintain crunch.