Description
This Ground Beef and Chopped Cabbage dish is a simple, healthy, and delicious meal that’s full of flavor. With savory ground beef, tender cabbage, and a few seasonings, it’s an easy one-pan meal that’s perfect for a busy weeknight or a hearty lunch. It’s low-carb, budget-friendly, and packed with nutrients—perfect for anyone looking for a wholesome and comforting dish!
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- 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 olive oil in a large skillet or pan over medium heat.
- Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a spatula, until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Remove any excess grease from the skillet, if necessary.
- Add the diced onion and garlic to the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until softened.
- 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 the beef broth and soy sauce (if using) to the skillet, and stir everything together.
- Cover the skillet and cook for an additional 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is tender and has absorbed the flavors.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt, pepper, or soy sauce as desired.
- Serve hot and enjoy this quick and flavorful meal!
Notes
- You can add other vegetables like bell peppers or carrots for added texture and nutrition.
- For extra flavor, a squeeze of lemon juice just before serving can brighten up the dish.
- If you prefer a low-carb option, you can serve it as is, or pair it with cauliflower rice for a filling, low-carb meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Healthy Meal
- Method: Sautéing, Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg