Description
Ground Beef and Cabbage is a savory and hearty one-pan meal featuring lean ground beef cooked with tender green cabbage, onions, and flavorful seasonings. This easy stovetop recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, with a rich blend of paprika and Italian seasoning enhanced by beef broth. Optionally served with sour cream, it balances protein and veggies in a comforting dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Dairy
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 2 tablespoons butter
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 medium green cabbage, cored and chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Seasonings and Liquids
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 cup beef broth (or more, to taste)
- Seasoning salt and pepper, to taste
Optional
- Sour cream, for serving
Instructions
- Brown the Ground Beef: Add the ground beef to a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook, breaking it up as you go, until it’s nicely browned, about 8 to 10 minutes.
- Drain Excess Fat: Transfer the browned beef to a paper towel-lined plate to remove excess fat. Drain any remaining fat from the skillet if necessary.
- Sauté Onions: Add the butter and chopped onions to the skillet and sauté for 3 minutes until onions begin to soften and become fragrant.
- Cook the Cabbage: Add the chopped cabbage to the skillet and cook uncovered for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring frequently until the cabbage is tender and begins to lightly brown along with the onions.
- Add Garlic and Seasonings: Stir in the minced garlic, paprika, and Italian seasoning, cooking briefly to release their flavors.
- Combine with Beef and Broth: Pour in the beef broth, then add the cooked ground beef back into the skillet. Cook for a few minutes more, stirring often, until the mixture is heated through. Add more broth if needed for moisture.
- Season and Serve: Taste the dish and season with seasoning salt and pepper as desired. Serve with a dollop of sour cream if preferred for added creaminess.
Notes
- Use lean ground beef to reduce excess fat and keep the dish healthier.
- Cooking the cabbage until lightly browned enhances the flavor through caramelization—avoid rushing this step.
- Seasoning salt is key as cabbage can absorb a lot of flavor; adjust salt to your taste.
- Sour cream adds a cool contrast to the savory dish but is optional based on preference.
- For moisture control, add beef broth gradually to avoid a soggy consistency.
