Chorizo with creamed green cabbage
Spicy chorizo paired with creamy cabbage? Yes, please! This tasty and low-carb combination of the two is topped off with a lemony gremolata for a kiss of citrus flavor.
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Ingredients
Creamed green cabbage
- 1½ lbs 650 g green cabbage
- 2 oz. 50 g butter
- 1½ cups 350 ml heavy whipping cream
- salt and pepper
- ½ cup 125 ml fresh parsley, finely chopped
- ½ tbsp ½ tbsp lemon zest
Fried chorizo
- 1½ lbs 650 g chorizo, or other high-quality sausage
- 2 tbsp 2 tbsp butter, for frying
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Instructions
- Fry the chorizo in butter in a skillet over medium heat. Keep warm until serving.
- Shred the cabbage using a food processor, mandolin, or sharp knife.
- Sauté cabbage with remaining butter in the same skillet over medium heat. Stir occasionally for a few minutes, until cabbage is golden brown.
- Add heavy whipping cream, and bring to a light boil. Reduce heat, and let simmer until the cream is reduced. Season with salt and pepper.
- Add parsley and lemon zest before serving with the fried chorizo.
Tip!
This amazing meal is delicious as is, but it also pairs perfectly with a green salad. Want even more variety? Go ahead and substitute pastrami, smoked turkey or cold cuts for the chorizo.
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57 comments
It does seem like a lot, doesn't it! I am glad you found a new favorite!
Great suggestions for adjusting the dish to your personal preferences! Thank you for sharing.