American · Dinner · Easy
Cabbage with Ground Beef
- Total
- 1 hr
- Prep
- 15 min
- Serves
- 4
- Calories
- 370
Ground beef, sweet cabbage and bell pepper simmer with tomato paste and smoked paprika, making a hearty skillet supper with very little cleanup.
Browning the beef first gives Cabbage with Ground Beef a savory base before the vegetables release their juices. A covered simmer softens the cabbage, then a short uncovered finish concentrates the pan sauce.
Slice the cabbage into manageable pieces and use a wide pan with a lid. The raw pile looks large but shrinks quickly as steam reaches the leaves.
Method
Heat olive oil in a wide covered skillet over medium-high heat. Brown ground beef for , breaking it apart, until it reaches 160°F. Drain excess fat if needed.
Add onion, carrots, red bell pepper, garlic, tomato paste, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika and cumin. Cook over medium heat for until the vegetables start to soften.
Add green cabbage, apple cider vinegar and water. Cover and simmer over medium-low heat for , stirring occasionally, until the cabbage and carrots are tender.
Uncover and simmer for until excess liquid reduces. Scatter with parsley and spoon into shallow bowls.
Forkue tips
- If the cabbage will not fit at first, add half, cover briefly to wilt it, then stir in the rest.
Storing and reheating
Refrigerate for 4 days or freeze for 2 months. Reheat covered in a skillet, adding a spoonful of water only if the pan looks dry.
Kitchen gear
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Cabbage with Ground Beef: FAQ
Can I use ground turkey?
Yes. Cook it to 165°F, and add a little extra oil if it is very lean. The vegetable timing remains the same.
Why is the skillet watery?
Cabbage releases moisture as it cooks. Finish uncovered until the liquid reduces to a light coating rather than a puddle.
How do I store and reheat Cabbage with Ground Beef?
Refrigerate for 4 days or freeze for 2 months. Reheat covered in a skillet, adding a spoonful of water only if the pan looks dry.
How long does Cabbage with Ground Beef take?
About 1 hr in total: 15 min prep and 45 min cooking.
What do I need to make Cabbage with Ground Beef?
The key ingredients are ground beef, onion, carrots, red bell pepper, tomato paste and garlic, plus pantry basics.
Any tips for Cabbage with Ground Beef?
If the cabbage will not fit at first, add half, cover briefly to wilt it, then stir in the rest.
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