Step 1:

In a large skillet, I fried the bacon over medium heat until crispy and fried.

Step 2:

To rinse, I cut the bacon and put it on paper towels. I chopped it into crumbles.

Step 3:

I stirred in the garlic and onion with the bacon grease and I cooked in a pan, stirring constantly, for 5 minutes, until tender.

Step 4:

After that, quickly I added the cabbage and continue to cook for another ten minutes or until softened.

Step 5:

To steam the cabbage, I added the bacon crumbles on top, 1⁄3 cup of water as required, salt and pepper to taste, onion powder, garlic powder, and paprika.

Step 6:

I stirred to mix, I reduced the heat and cooked for a few more minutes, or till the liquid evaporates, and continued to stir at frequent intervals.

Step 7:

If needed, I tasted and re-seasoned, and Immediately I served it.
Remember that you have some carrots in the mixture, which just adds something special to the dish.

ENJOY.