3-Ingredient Amish Cabbage and Ham
This easy cabbage and ham skillet is a classic comfort meal that comes together in one pan with only a few simple ingredients. Tender cabbage cooks down in rich buttery juices while savory ham adds hearty flavor to every bite. It’s a satisfying, budget-friendly dinner that’s perfect for busy evenings when you need something warm, filling, and homemade without much effort.
Serve this skillet meal hot alongside roasted vegetables, a fresh salad, or steamed green beans for a balanced low-carb dinner. For a more filling option, enjoy it with crusty bread, mashed potatoes, or cauliflower mash. Mustard or sauerkraut on the side makes a flavorful addition that pairs wonderfully with the buttery cabbage and smoky ham.
Low Carb 3-Ingredient Cabbage & Ham Skillet
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Green cabbage | 1 medium head (2–2½ lbs) | Cut into wedges |
| Cooked ham | 1 lb | Cut into bite-size pieces |
| Unsalted butter | 4 tbsp |
Directions
- Remove any tough outer cabbage leaves and slice the cabbage into wedges, leaving part of the core intact to help hold them together.
- Cut the cooked ham into chunky bite-sized pieces and pat dry if necessary.
- Melt the butter in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat.
- Add the ham and cook for about 4–5 minutes until lightly browned.
- Place the cabbage wedges into the skillet around the ham and spoon some of the melted butter over them.
- Cover the skillet, reduce the heat to medium-low, and cook for 10 minutes until the cabbage begins to soften.
- Remove the lid, gently flip the cabbage wedges, and continue cooking uncovered for another 10–15 minutes until tender and lightly caramelized.
- Spoon the buttery pan juices over the cabbage and ham before serving warm.
