Description
This hearty Ground Beef and Chopped Cabbage recipe is a quick and flavorful one-pan meal, featuring tender cabbage cooked with seasoned ground beef and aromatic spices. Perfect for a nutritious weeknight dinner, it combines simple ingredients with a savory broth to create a satisfying, low-carb dish.
Ingredients
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 & 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 the oil: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or pan over medium heat, preparing the base for sautéing the beef and vegetables.
- Cook the ground beef: Add the ground beef to the skillet 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 to prevent the dish from being too oily.
- Sauté onion and garlic: Add the diced onion and garlic to the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until softened and fragrant.
- 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 starts to soften.
- Add liquids: Pour in the beef broth and soy sauce (if using), stirring everything together to combine flavors.
- 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 the mixture and adjust the seasoning with more salt, pepper, or soy sauce as desired.
- Serve and enjoy: Serve the warm ground beef and cabbage mixture hot for a satisfying meal.
Notes
- You can substitute beef broth with water or vegetable broth if preferred.
- For a spicier dish, increase the amount of crushed red pepper flakes.
- Use lean ground beef to reduce excess grease and fat content.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- This dish pairs well with steamed rice or crusty bread for a complete meal.