This fantastically simple Traditional Haluski Recipe combines onions, bacon, garlic, and cabbage, all cooked in butter and tossed with egg noodles or dumplings. This delectable dish comes together quickly and easily, making it one of our favorite side dishes.
This is comfort food at its best and is always a huge hit with family and friends. If you like this recipe, try kielbasa and sauerkraut, colcannon, and cabbage and sausage.
What is Haluski?
This cabbage and noodles dish is commonly referred to as Haluski. Haluski is of Polish and Slovakian origin, although there is some disagreement among Ukrainians and Hungarians.
No matter where it originated from, it is delicious comfort food. It is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. I don’t think the original version had bacon, but you know me well. Bacon gives the dish a much more delicious flavor.
Ingredient Notes and Substitutions
See below for the complete list of ingredients and quantities
- Egg noodles: I like the Amish egg noodles, which are a little more like dumplings, but you can use any egg noodles.
- Bacon: Although not traditional, I love adding crispy, cooked, thick bacon pieces to this dish. You won’t regret it.
- Cabbage: Regular green cabbage is traditional and best.
How to Make Haluski
First, boil the egg noodles in a large pot of water according to the package directions and drain well. Meanwhile, melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the bacon and onion to the skillet until the onions are soft and the bacon is almost completely browned.
Reduce the heat to low and add the garlic. Cook and stir for about 30 seconds. Then add the cabbage and continue cooking and stirring until the cabbage is tender. Add the cooked egg noodles to the cabbage mixture and toss to coat. Season with kosher salt and plenty of fresh ground black pepper.
Preparations Tips
- Get your bacon crispy, as crispy bacon tastes better and holds up better in this dish.
- If you want a heartier meal, add thinly sliced pieces of kielbasa, chicken, or beef sausage while adding the onions.
- Season with salt and plenty of fresh ground black pepper.
Serving Suggestions
I love to serve Polish sausage or any smoked sausage. It is also delicious with pan-fried pork chops and ham steak. I also love to serve it with stuffed cabbage, beef stroganoff, and Swedish meatballs.
More Cabbage Recipes
Haluski
Ingredients
- 8 ounces uncooked egg noodles Amish egg noodles are perfect for this
- 6 tablespoons butter unsalted
- 6 slices bacon uncooked coarsely chopped
- 1 large onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1½ -2 pounds green cabbage cut in bite sized pices
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil the egg noodles in a large pot of salted water according to package directions and drain well.
- Meanwhile, melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the bacon and onion to the skillet until the onions are soft and the bacon is almost completely browned.
- Reduce the heat to low and add the garlic, cooking for about 30 seconds while stirring continuously. Add the cabbage and continue cooking and stirring until the cabbage is tender.
- Add the cooked egg noodles to the cabbage mixture and toss to coat.
- Season with kosher salt and plenty of fresh ground black pepper.
Notes
- Get your bacon crispy, as crispy bacon tastes better and holds up better in this dish.
- Season with salt and plenty of fresh ground black pepper.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat on the stovetop over low heat or in the microwave at reduced power.
Nutrition
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Gail
Hi I wondered if you can help with the amounts. Shouod tue cabbage and noodles be equal in the dish? I’m struggling with what 2 pounds of cabbage vs only 1 cup of noodles looks like. Thank you!
Beth Pierce
The cabbage will be more than the noodles. Any average head of green cabbage is about 2 lbs.
Daniel
Made this tonight. It was SO good. I am part Polish and part Ukrainian, and have been trying to connect with my culture through food. The way the cabbage softens down into a similar texture to the noodles is so satisfying and comforting. The flavor of the bacon really permeates the dish and makes the whole thing feel like a hug. Will definitely be making it again!
Beth Pierce
Thank you, Daniel! I am so glad that you liked it!
Jess
About how long does it take to cook the cabbage?
Beth Pierce
About 8 to 10 minutes.
Pamela Morris
I made this tonight for dinner after a casual conversation with my husband about my favorite childhood meals. My mother was Croatian but her stepfather was Ukrainian. My Dad is half Polish so probably was made on both sides. My mom served this as a side with ” Polish hamburgers.” Basically ground meat mixed with onion, bread crumbs, and an egg then pan-fried. Yum, great food memories.
Beth Pierce
Thank you, Pamela! I am so happy that it brought back good memories.
Chuck
Added more bacon than suggested….improves richness of flavor. All other ingredients as listed. Just outstanding.
Beth Pierce
Thanks, Chuck! So glad that you liked it.
Joseph Michalski
Made this haluski with bacon today. It was great. Even my wife liked it .
Beth Pierce
Thanks, Joseph! I am so glad that you and your wife liked it.
Jenny D.
I love this recipe. Haluski is one of my favorite dishes especially with addition of bacon. Thanks for the recipe!
Beth Pierce
You are most welcome, Jenny!
Tatiana
Delicious recipe. This is comfort food at its best and a recipe I will make often. Thank you!
Beth Pierce
My pleasure, Tatiana!
Claudia K
OMG! It waso delicious! I love cabbage and noodles. I wish there were some leftovers but my family devoured it!
Harry
This is definitely a delectable recipe for sure! Love the fact that it is quick and easy to prepare. The kids loved it!