Maple Mustard Sausage Cabbage Skillet (Print Version)

Savory sausage, cabbage, and carrots glazed in a maple-mustard sauce, all in one speedy skillet dinner.

# Components:

→ Sausage and Vegetables

01 - 14 oz smoked sausage (e.g., kielbasa or chicken sausage), sliced into ½-inch rounds
02 - 1 small head green cabbage (approx. 1.3 lbs), cored and thinly sliced
03 - 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
04 - 2 medium carrots, peeled and julienned
05 - 2 tbsp olive oil

→ Maple-Mustard Glaze

06 - 3 tbsp pure maple syrup
07 - 2 tbsp whole-grain Dijon mustard
08 - 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
09 - ½ tsp garlic powder
10 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Garnish (Optional)

11 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sliced sausage and cook for 3–4 minutes, turning occasionally, until nicely browned. Remove the sausage from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
02 - Add the remaining 1 tbsp olive oil to the same skillet. Add the thinly sliced onion and julienned carrots. Sauté for 2 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
03 - Add the thinly sliced cabbage to the skillet. Season with a pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper. Cook, stirring frequently, for 4–5 minutes, until the cabbage wilts but retains a slight crispness.
04 - In a small bowl, whisk together the pure maple syrup, whole-grain Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, and an additional pinch of salt and pepper to create the glaze.
05 - Return the browned sausage to the skillet with the vegetables. Pour the prepared maple-mustard glaze over the contents. Toss gently to ensure everything is evenly coated. Continue to cook for another 2–3 minutes, stirring, until the mixture is heated through and the glaze has slightly thickened.
06 - Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary. Remove the skillet from the heat. If desired, garnish with chopped fresh parsley. Serve the skillet dish hot.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 20 minutes from start to finish
  • Uses everyday ingredients you likely have on hand
  • Perfect one-pan meal with minimal cleanup
  • Naturally gluten-free with simple ingredients
02 -
  • High in nutrients from cabbage and carrots while being satisfying and hearty
  • Naturally gluten-free when using appropriate sausage and mustard
  • Perfect for meal prep as leftovers taste even better the next day
03 -
  • I've learned through many preparations that slicing the cabbage consistently thin is crucial for even cooking. A sharp knife makes all the difference here.
  • Don't rush the sausage browning step—those caramelized edges create tremendous flavor.
  • The maple-mustard sauce might seem thin when first added, but have faith—it will thicken beautifully as it simmers with the ingredients. This dish exemplifies how simple ingredients, properly prepared, can create something truly spectacular in minimal time.

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