Description
A hearty and flavorful Ground Beef and Cabbage Skillet recipe featuring tender cabbage cooked with savory ground beef, seasoned with smoked paprika and Italian herbs, and simmered in a rich tomato sauce. Perfect for a comforting and easy weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 cup diced yellow onion
- 2 cloves garlic, grated or minced
- 1/2 head green cabbage, core removed and chopped into bite-sized pieces (about 5 cups)
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 8 ounces tomato sauce
- 1/2 cup low sodium beef broth
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- Cook the ground beef: Add 1/2 tablespoon olive oil to a large skillet and heat over medium-high heat. Add the lean ground beef, crumble it with a spoon, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned and cooked through. Remove beef from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
- Sauté aromatics and cabbage: Add the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil to the skillet. Add diced onion and minced garlic, sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Add chopped cabbage, smoked paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir well and cook for 7 to 10 minutes until cabbage is tender, stirring occasionally.
- Combine and simmer: Return the cooked ground beef to the skillet. Pour in tomato sauce, beef broth, balsamic vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir everything together thoroughly and cook for an additional 3 to 4 minutes until heated through.
- Season and serve: Taste for seasoning and add additional salt if needed. Serve the skillet mixture hot over cooked rice or egg noodles for a complete meal.
Notes
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- This dish freezes well and can be kept in the freezer for up to 3 months.
- Substitute beef broth with vegetable broth for a lighter flavor.
- For a spicier twist, add a pinch of red pepper flakes when cooking the cabbage.
- Serve over mashed potatoes as an alternative to rice or egg noodles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
