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Sautéed Cabbage and Chayote with Bacon

Manila Spoon
Just a few ingredients and so easy to make, this recipe for Sautéed (or Fried) Cabbage and Chayote with Bacon is absolutely tasty! You can make this with either vegetable or both and your dish would always come out delicious. Perfect for those on the low-carb diet but we always serve this with rice!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American, Filipino
Servings 4
Calories 219 kcal

Ingredients
 

  • 6 slices bacon, chopped into smaller pieces
  • 4 cloves garlic, peeled and crushed
  • 1 onion or large shallot, peeled and chopped
  • 1 cabbage, chopped or shredded. I like using jaroma cabbage for this as it's softer and cooks quicker but regular green cabbage should work well, too.
  • 1 chayote squash, peeled and sliced diagonally. This squash may be found in big grocery stores like Walmart or in Asian stores and may also be ordered online.
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce or fish sauce, you can use either or both. Don't fancy either - simply use salt and adjust to taste.
  • 2 tbsp water, or as needed optional, if you like a saucier dish.
  • A few drops of sesame oil, optional, but it adds another layer of flavor!

Instructions
 

  • Place the bacon pieces in a large skillet. Heat to medium and cook until they begin to render their fat. Add the garlic and cook until the bacon is crispy. You may remove the bacon at this point (if you prefer them crispy). Add the onions and saute until it begins to soften.
  • Add the chayote squash and stir-fry for about 1 minute. Add the cabbage. You can also add a bit of water at this point if you like some liquid with it. Season with soy sauce or fish sauce (or a combo). Stir then cover and cook on low for 8-10 minutes or until the veggies are tender but not mushy.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning if desired. Turn off heat and drizzle with a few drops of sesame oil (if using). Mix the crispy bacon in and garnish a few pieces on top.
  • Transfer to a plate and serve right away!

Nutrition

Calories: 219kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 8gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.04gCholesterol: 22mgSodium: 513mgPotassium: 554mgFiber: 7gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 235IUVitamin C: 89mgCalcium: 111mgIron: 2mg
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