Description
A hearty and flavorful one-pan meal featuring tender cabbage and savory ground beef simmered with diced tomatoes and aromatic spices. This easy-to-make skillet dish combines simple ingredients for a comforting, nutritious dinner that’s perfect on its own or served alongside rice, bread, or potatoes.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 small cabbage, chopped
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup onions, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
Spices and Seasonings
- 1 tablespoon bouillon powder
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Ground Beef: Place the ground beef in a large pan or skillet over medium heat. Break up the meat with a wooden spoon and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Sauté the Onions and Garlic: Push the browned beef to one side of the pan. Add the chopped onions to the empty side and cook until soft, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add Tomatoes and Spices: Pour in the diced tomatoes with their juice. Stir in the bouillon powder, cumin, cayenne pepper, smoked paprika, and a pinch of salt. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes to blend the flavors.
- Add the Cabbage: Stir in the chopped cabbage. Cover the pan and cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage softens. Taste and adjust salt or spices as needed.
- Serve: Once the cabbage is tender, serve the dish warm on its own or alongside rice, bread, or potatoes. Garnish with chopped parsley or cilantro for a fresh touch.
Notes
- Use medium heat to ensure the beef browns without burning.
- Adjust cayenne pepper according to your spice preference.
- This dish pairs well with steamed rice, crusty bread, or boiled potatoes.
- For a vegetarian version, substitute ground beef with lentils or plant-based meat alternatives.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated on the stovetop or microwave.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: cabbage ground beef skillet recipe, easy beef and cabbage, one-pan dinner, hearty cabbage dish, stovetop cabbage stew
