Description
This Ground Beef and Chopped Cabbage skillet is a simple, wholesome, and budget-friendly one-pan meal. Packed with protein, hearty cabbage, and bold spices, it’s an easy comfort food recipe perfect for busy weeknights, low-carb diets, or meal prepping. Ready in under 30 minutes with minimal cleanup!
Ingredients
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1 small cabbage, chopped
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1 lb ground beef
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1 can diced tomatoes (15 oz)
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1 cup onions, chopped
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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1 tablespoon bouillon powder
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1/2 teaspoon cumin
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1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
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1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
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Salt to taste
Instructions
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Cook Ground Beef: In a large pan over medium heat, brown the ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon.
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Add Aromatics: Push beef to one side. Add onions and garlic to the pan, sauté until soft.
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Add Tomatoes & Spices: Stir in diced tomatoes, bouillon, cumin, cayenne, paprika, and salt. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 5 minutes.
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Add Cabbage: Fold in chopped cabbage. Cover the pan and cook until cabbage is tender, stirring occasionally.
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Adjust Seasoning & Serve: Taste and adjust salt if needed. Serve hot.
Notes
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Add a splash of water or broth if the mixture gets too dry while simmering.
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Can be made with ground turkey or plant-based meat alternatives.
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Great for low-carb and keto diets.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
