Description
This Cabbage and Ground Beef skillet is a hearty, budget-friendly meal made in one pan! Tender cabbage, savory ground beef, and simple seasonings come together for an easy weeknight dinner everyone will love.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef (lean preferred)
- ½ head green cabbage, thinly sliced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 tbsp soy sauce or Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: red pepper flakes for heat, shredded cheese for topping
Optional Add-ins:
- 1 cup cooked rice or quinoa
- 1 tbsp tomato paste for richer flavor
- Shredded carrots or bell peppers for extra color
Instructions
- Sauté aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 3 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
- Brown the beef: Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon. Drain excess grease if needed. Season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Add cabbage: Stir in sliced cabbage. It may look like too much at first, but it will shrink as it cooks. Mix well with the beef.
- Add tomatoes and sauce: Pour in diced tomatoes and soy sauce (or Worcestershire sauce). Stir to combine and cover with a lid.
- Simmer: Cook for 10–12 minutes on medium-low heat until the cabbage is tender and the flavors blend together.
- Taste and serve: Adjust seasonings to taste. Serve warm as is or over rice, mashed potatoes, or noodles.
Pro Tip: For extra flavor, sprinkle shredded cheese on top just before serving!
Notes
- Slice cabbage thinly for even cooking and better texture.
- Use lean ground beef (85% or 90%) to reduce excess grease.
- Add a splash of vinegar or hot sauce for brightness.
- This dish tastes even better the next day as the flavors meld.
- Turn leftovers into a wrap or add cooked rice to make it a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes