Description
This Hearty Ground Beef and Cabbage Skillet is a comforting, easy-to-make dish perfect for busy weeknights. Packed with savory browned ground beef, tender sautéed vegetables, and flavorful seasonings, it offers a nutritious and filling meal. The combination of cabbage, carrot, and aromatic herbs cooked in a single skillet creates a wholesome, balanced dish that pairs perfectly with rice, mashed potatoes, or a fresh side salad.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef (85% lean or leaner)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups cabbage, shredded (about half a medium head)
- 1 large carrot, grated
- 1/2 cup beef broth (or chicken broth)
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (or vegetable oil)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the Ground Beef: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, for about 6-8 minutes or until the beef is browned and cooked through. Drain any excess fat if necessary.
- Sauté the Vegetables: Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil to the same skillet. Add the chopped onion and grated carrot and sauté for about 4-5 minutes until the onion becomes translucent and the carrot softens.
- Add Garlic: Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the Cabbage and Cook: Add the shredded cabbage to the skillet and stir to combine with the beef and vegetables.
- Add Broth and Seasonings: Pour in the beef broth and Worcestershire sauce, and sprinkle in the paprika, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir everything together thoroughly.
- Simmer Covered: Cover the skillet and cook for about 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is tender and wilted.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste the mixture and adjust the seasoning with more salt, pepper, or Worcestershire sauce as needed.
- Garnish: Remove the skillet from heat and garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
- Serve: Serve the hearty beef and cabbage skillet on its own or alongside rice, mashed potatoes, or a side salad for a complete meal.
- Enjoy: This flavorful, easy-to-make dish is perfect for busy nights when you want something nutritious and filling!
Notes
- You can substitute beef broth with chicken or vegetable broth for different flavor profiles.
- Use lean ground beef to reduce fat content.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms for extra nutrition.
- Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheat nicely in a skillet or microwave.
- For a spicier flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes during cooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
