Garlic Butter Cabbage Noodles Recipe
Garlic Butter Cabbage Noodles is a simple and flavorful low-carb alternative to traditional pasta dishes, featuring tender cabbage strips sautéed in rich garlic butter with aromatic herbs and finished with a generous topping of shaved Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Carb
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1 head green cabbage
- 1 bulb fresh garlic
Fats & Oils
- 1/4 cup butter
Herbs & Spices
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Dairy
- 1/2 cup Parmesan, shaved
Instructions
- Prepare the cabbage: Cut the cabbage into long narrow strips about 1/2 inch thick. Set it aside for later use.
- Minced garlic preparation: Peel and mince the garlic bulb thoroughly to release its flavor.
- Melt butter: In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium-high heat until it becomes bubbly and hot.
- Sauté garlic and seasonings: Add the minced garlic to the melted butter and sauté just until it begins to brown slightly. Then stir in the dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and red pepper flakes to blend the flavors.
- Cook the cabbage: Add the prepared cabbage strips to the skillet, gently tossing to coat everything evenly with the garlic butter and herbs. Cook the cabbage until it starts to wilt and becomes tender but still firm, avoiding overcooking to prevent excess juice release. A good indicator that the cabbage is done is when it begins to release some juices.
- Serve: Transfer the cooked garlic butter cabbage noodles to serving plates or a serving bowl and top generously with shaved Parmesan cheese for a rich finishing touch.
Notes
- Use fresh garlic for the best flavor; adjust the amount if you prefer a milder garlic taste.
- Be careful not to overcook the cabbage, as it can become mushy and watery.
- You can substitute Parmesan with other hard cheeses like Pecorino Romano if preferred.
- Adding a squeeze of lemon juice on top before serving can brighten the flavors.
- This dish pairs well as a side for grilled meats or can be enjoyed as a light vegetarian main course.
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