Description
This Ground Beef and Chopped Cabbage recipe is a quick, hearty, and flavorful skillet meal perfect for weeknight dinners. It combines savory browned ground beef with tender cabbage and aromatic spices, cooked together for a delicious one-pan dish that’s both satisfying and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef (85% lean or your preferred choice)
- 1 small head of cabbage, chopped (about 4 cups)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Seasonings and Liquids
- 1 tbsp olive oil (or vegetable oil)
- 1 tsp salt, or to taste
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp paprika (optional for added flavor)
- 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional for spice)
- 1/2 cup beef broth (or water)
- 1 tbsp soy sauce (optional for depth of flavor)
Instructions
- Heat Oil: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or pan over medium heat.
- Brown Ground Beef: Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a spatula, until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Drain Excess Grease: Remove any excess grease from the skillet, if necessary.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add the diced onion and garlic to the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until softened.
- Add Cabbage and Spices: Stir in the chopped cabbage, salt, black pepper, paprika, and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage begins to soften.
- Add Liquids: Add the beef broth and soy sauce (if using) to the skillet, and stir everything together.
- Simmer Covered: Cover the skillet and cook for an additional 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is tender and has absorbed the flavors.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt, pepper, or soy sauce as desired.
- Serve: Serve hot and enjoy this quick and flavorful meal!
Notes
- You can substitute the ground beef with ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- Adjust the amount of crushed red pepper flakes based on your spice preference.
- Using beef broth enhances the flavor, but water can be used as a substitute.
- For a gluten-free version, ensure soy sauce used is gluten-free or substitute with tamari.
- This dish pairs well with steamed rice or crusty bread.
