Description
This hearty Turkish Cabbage Stew features tender cabbage and flavorful ground beef simmered with aromatic spices and tomato paste, creating a comforting one-pot meal inspired by traditional Turkish flavors. Perfect for a cozy dinner, this stew combines savory meat, fragrant spices, and nutritious cabbage in a simple, satisfying dish.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 large red onion, very finely chopped
- 1 pound ground beef or lamb
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon sweet paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried coriander
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 medium cabbage head, thick stem removed, washed and roughly chopped
- 2 cups beef broth
Instructions
- Prepare the Dutch oven: Place a Dutch oven over medium heat and add 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter. Melt the butter completely to create a flavorful base for the stew.
- Sauté the onion: Add the finely chopped red onion to the melted butter. Cook while stirring occasionally for about 3-5 minutes until the onion softens and becomes translucent, releasing its sweetness.
- Brown the ground meat: Add 1 pound of ground beef or lamb to the pot. Cook until the meat is nicely browned, stirring and breaking it down with a wooden spoon, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- Add spices and tomato paste: Stir in 2 tablespoons of tomato paste, 1 teaspoon of red pepper flakes, 1 tablespoon of sweet paprika, 1/2 teaspoon cumin, 1 teaspoon dried coriander, and salt to taste. Cook the mixture for 1 more minute to release the flavors of the spices.
- Add cabbage and broth: Incorporate the roughly chopped cabbage along with 2 cups of beef broth. Stir to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Simmer the stew: Cover the Dutch oven and reduce the heat to low. Let the stew simmer gently for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is tender and all flavors are melded together.
- Final seasoning and serve: Taste the stew and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve hot for a comforting meal.
Notes
- Use lamb instead of beef for a more authentic Turkish flavor.
- The stew can be made spicier by increasing the amount of red pepper flakes.
- Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and can be reheated gently on the stovetop.
- For a richer broth, use homemade beef stock instead of store-bought broth.
- This stew pairs well with crusty bread or over cooked rice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Stew
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Turkish
Keywords: Turkish cabbage stew, ground beef stew, Turkish comfort food, cabbage recipes, one-pot stew
