Description
This Cabbage and Ground Beef Skillet is a quick and satisfying dinner option that’s packed with flavor and nutritious ingredients. Ground beef is cooked with aromatic onions and garlic, then combined with tender cabbage and a savory tomato mixture seasoned with smoked paprika and oregano. It’s an easy one-pan meal perfect for busy weeknights, and can be served on its own or alongside rice or mashed potatoes for a heartier dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Vegetables
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ head green cabbage, chopped (about 4 cups)
Tomato and Seasonings
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Other
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (if needed)
- Optional garnish: chopped parsley or shredded cheese
Instructions
- Brown the Ground Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until fully browned, breaking it apart with a spoon as it cooks. Drain any excess grease to prevent an oily dish.
- Sauté Onion and Garlic: Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the beef. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until the onion softens and garlic becomes fragrant, enhancing the flavor base.
- Cook the Cabbage: Stir in the chopped green cabbage and cook for 5 to 7 minutes, allowing it to soften and reduce slightly in volume while absorbing the savory beef flavors.
- Add Tomatoes and Seasonings: Pour in the diced tomatoes with their juices along with the tomato paste, smoked paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Simmer and Blend Flavors: Cover the skillet and reduce heat to low. Let the mixture simmer for 10 to 12 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure the cabbage becomes tender and the flavors meld together perfectly.
- Final Taste and Serve: Taste the dish and adjust seasonings if necessary. Serve hot, garnished with fresh chopped parsley or a sprinkle of shredded cheese if desired, for an optional flavor boost.
Notes
- This skillet meal is delicious on its own or served over rice or mashed potatoes for a more filling dinner.
- For a low-carb alternative, serve it over cauliflower rice.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or carrots to increase the veggie content and add more color.
