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Ground Beef and Cabbage Skillet dish served in a frying pan

Ground Beef and Cabbage Skillet

A quick, budget-friendly one-pan meal that combines savory browned beef and tender cabbage, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20) Gives good flavor and some fat for cooking
  • ½ head green cabbage, shredded About 3–4 cups, thinly shredded for faster cooking
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon salt Or to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup beef broth or water Broth adds depth, water works in a pinch
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (optional) Brightens the dish at the end
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce (optional) For extra umami
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

Cooking
  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced onion and cook 2 to 3 minutes until soft and translucent.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add the ground beef, break it into pieces with a spatula, and brown 5 to 7 minutes until no pink remains.
  5. Season with cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir to coat the meat evenly.
  6. Add the shredded cabbage and pour in the beef broth or water. Stir to combine.
  7. Cover, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stop when the cabbage is tender but still has some texture.
  8. In the last minute, stir in soy sauce and apple cider vinegar if using. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  9. Remove from heat and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g

Notes

Cool leftovers within two hours and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days. For longer storage, freeze in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

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