A comforting one-pan meal made with tender cabbage, savory ground beef, onion, and simple spices. Perfect for busy weeknights, low-carb diets, and meal prep.
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 3–4)
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1 lb (450g) ground beef
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½ head green cabbage, chopped
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1 medium onion, sliced
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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2 tbsp olive oil or butter
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1 tsp paprika
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½ tsp black pepper
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Salt, to taste
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Optional: red pepper flakes or caraway seeds
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Cook Beef
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned; drain excess fat.
2️⃣ Add Aromatics
Add onion and garlic; sauté 2–3 minutes until fragrant.
3️⃣ Add Cabbage
Stir in chopped cabbage, paprika, salt, and pepper.
4️⃣ Simmer
Cover and cook 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cabbage is tender.
5️⃣ Serve
Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve hot as-is or with crusty bread.
⭐ Tips & Variations
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Add tomato paste for a slightly saucy version
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Swap beef for ground turkey or sausage
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Finish with a splash of apple cider vinegar for brightness