Crispy, tender, and packed with flavor, this Air Fryer Cabbage recipe has perfectly caramelized edges. A quick side dish, ready in minutes.
Air Fried Cabbage
A quick side dish made with just a few simple ingredients, this Air Fried Cabbage recipe delivers deliciously seasoned, roasted cabbage with perfectly caramelized edges.
I'm always looking for ways to save money on food. So I was looking for inexpensive side dish recipes and was inspired to create a cabbage alternative to my Honey Sriracha Brussels Sprouts recipe.
Plus, spring is around the corner, and I always grow too many cabbages in my garden, so I'm always looking for more ways to eat it.
This roasted cabbage recipe pairs well with one of our favorite main dishes, Crispy Hot Honey Chicken Tenders and is the perfect St Patrick's Day side dish.
If you love a good Air Fryer recipe, try Air Fryer Tortilla Pizza, Air Fryer Pita Chips, Easy Homemade Air Fryer Croutons, and Air Fryer Pizza-Low Carb.
Ingredients
- Cabbage, chopped in large bite-sized pieces -- separate the pieces a bit so the cabbage cooks evenly.
- Bacon, chopped -- Brings a smoky, rich flavor to this side dish.
- Olive Oil -- Encourages browning and even cooking.
- Kosher Salt and Pepper -- Enhances flavors.
- Honey -- Helps to balance the strong cabbage flavor.
- Sriracha -- Because spicy cabbage is delicious. Leave it off if you prefer.
See recipe card for quantities.
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, toss chopped cabbage and bacon with olive oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Cook cabbage in Air Fryer basket at 375 for 7-8 minutes then toss. Cook for another 6-8 minutes depending on how tender and roasted you like your cabbage.
Hint: Smaller, thinner cabbage cooks faster. So keep check regularly and stir to ensure even cooking.
Variations
- Air Fryer Cabbage Steaks - slice your cabbage into thick slices, brush both sides with olive oil, and sprinkle with seasonings and bacon. Cook as directed below, flipping cabbage halfway through cooking.
- Spicy Air Fryer Cabbage - add chili pepper flakes while cooking for more heat.
- Crunchy Air Fryer Cabbage - Add in chopped pecans, walnuts, or pine nuts while roasting
- Sweet and Spicy Air Fryer Cabbage - Add dried cranberries
- Asian Air Fryer Cabbage - Add a little soy sauce and sesame oil
- Reduced Balsamic Vinegar - drizzle instead of honey
Storage
Store cooked cabbage in a tightly covered container in the fridge. Good for 2-3 days.
Top tip
If you like your cabbage a little softer, add 1 Tablespoon of water to the bottom of your Air Fryer to create a little steam.
FAQ
To remove baked-on grease from an air fryer, soak the removable parts (like the basket and tray) in hot, soapy water, then scrub with a non-abrasive sponge or soft brush; for stubborn spots, use a paste of baking soda and water to loosen the grease before scrubbing, and always rinse thoroughly before reassembling the air fryer.
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Air Fryer Cabbage
Equipment
- Air Fryer
Ingredients
- ¼ Cabbage chopped in large bite-sized pieces, seperated
- 2 slices Bacon chopped
- 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
- Kosher Salt and Pepper to taste (I used about ½ teaspoon of each)
- 1 Tablespoon Water optional
- 1 Tablespoon Honey
- 1 Tablespoon Sriracha or to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the Air Fryer to 375 degrees or the oven to 425 degrees.
- Combine ¼ Cabbage, 2 slices Bacon,1 Tablespoon Olive Oil, Kosher Salt and Pepper, in a bowl; toss until coated.
- If you like your cabbage a bit softer, add 1 Tablespoon Water to the bottom of your Air Fryer.
- Put the cabbage mixture in Air Fryer basket and roast until the cabbage is are golden brown and tender, about 10-15 minutes. Tossing or stirring often.
- Drizzle with 1 Tablespoon Honey and 1 Tablespoon Sriracha
- Serve while hot.
Notes
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Food safety
- Cook to a minimum temperature of 165 °F (74 °C)
- Do not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat
- Wash hands after touching raw meat
- Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
- Never leave cooking food unattended
- Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds
- Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove
Jan says
I made this today. Because I doubled the recipe I went with the oven route and added 5 minutes to the cook time and it all turned out great. I'm wanting to try the air fryer version now to see if they are any different.