Ah, Cabbage and Beef—a classic, hearty, and comforting dish! 🥩🥬 It’s like a one-pan meal with tender beef, sautéed or slow-cooked with cabbage, often served over rice, noodles, or mashed potatoes.
Cabbage and Beef (Skillet Version)
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef or stew meat
- 1 small head of cabbage, chopped or shredded
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp oil or butter
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
- 1 tsp paprika or smoked paprika (optional)
- ½ cup beef broth or water
- Optional: 1–2 carrots, sliced
Instructions
- Cook the Beef
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Brown the beef until fully cooked, breaking up ground beef as it cooks.
- Remove excess fat if needed.
- Sauté Vegetables
- Add onions and garlic to the skillet; cook 2–3 minutes until soft.
- Add carrots (if using) and cook 3–4 minutes.
- Add Cabbage
- Stir in cabbage, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Pour in beef broth or water.
- Cover and cook 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cabbage is tender.
- Finish & Serve
- Adjust seasoning.
- Serve hot over rice, mashed potatoes, or egg noodles.
Optional Variations
- Add tomato paste or diced tomatoes for a tangy version
- Use slow cooker for a melt-in-your-mouth version (cook LOW 6–7 hours)
- Add soy sauce and ginger for an Asian-style twist
If you want, I can also give a Southern-style cabbage and beef recipe that’s buttery, savory, and perfect for a soul food dinner.
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