Easy Kielbasa And Cabbage Recipe

This ridiculously easy recipe delivers HUGE flavor in just 75 minutes! Enjoy tender, smoky kielbasa with perfectly cooked cabbage and potatoes. A touch of sweetness and a hint of beer create a depth of flavor you won't believe. Feel free to add coarsely sliced carrots for extra sweetness and color! Make sure to use ONLY smoked kielbasa for that authentic taste.

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 75 mins

Calories 1076.3 kcal

Protein 71g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Easy Kielbasa And Cabbage

2 tablespoons butter
1 medium onion, chopped
Fresh Garlic
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon salt
Black Pepper
1 cup beer
1 pound smoked kielbasa, sliced into 1-inch thick rounds
1 medium head of green cabbage, shredded
Red Potatoes

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How to Make Easy Kielbasa And Cabbage

Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
Add 1 medium onion (chopped), 2 tablespoons brown sugar, and 1 teaspoon salt. Cook for 14-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion is golden brown.
Pour in 1 cup of beer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
Add 1 pound smoked kielbasa (sliced into 1-inch thick rounds), 1 medium head of green cabbage (shredded), and 2 medium potatoes (peeled and cubed).
Cover the pot and simmer for 45-50 minutes, or until the cabbage and potatoes are tender, stirring occasionally.
If desired, add 2 large carrots (coarsely sliced) along with the kielbasa, cabbage, and potatoes in step 4.
Transfer the kielbasa, cabbage, potatoes, and carrots (if using) to a large serving bowl or platter. Discard the remaining liquid if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

141 g

Sugar

73g

Fat

141g

Carbs

21g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Easy Kielbasa And Cabbage?

Easy Kielbasa And Cabbage takes about 95 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 75 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Easy Kielbasa And Cabbage?

Easy Kielbasa And Cabbage has approximately 1076.3 calories per serving, with about 71 g protein, 21 g carbohydrates and 113 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Easy Kielbasa And Cabbage?

The key ingredients for Easy Kielbasa And Cabbage are Butter, Onion, Fresh Garlic, Sugar, Salt, Black Pepper. See the full list with measurements above.