Ground Beef and Chopped Cabbage — Don’t LOSE This Recipe!

If you’re looking for a budget-friendly, satisfying, and incredibly simple meal, this Ground Beef and Chopped Cabbage recipe deserves a permanent spot in your kitchen. It’s hearty, packed with flavor, and comes together in one pan with everyday ingredients. Whether you need a quick weeknight dinner or a comforting dish that reheats beautifully, this recipe checks every box.

Let’s walk through it step by step so you can make it perfectly every time.

Why This Recipe Works

• ✅ Affordable ingredients
• ✅ One-pan meal
• ✅ Ready in about 30 minutes
• ✅ Naturally low-carb
• ✅ Great for meal prep

Cabbage becomes tender and slightly sweet as it cooks, absorbing the savory flavors of seasoned ground beef. The result? A simple dish that tastes far more complex than the ingredient list suggests.

Ingredients You’ll Need

• 1 pound ground beef (80/20 for best flavor)
• 1 medium head of green cabbage, chopped
• 1 small onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil (if needed)
• 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• ½ teaspoon dried oregano (optional)
• 1–2 tablespoons soy sauce or Worcestershire sauce
• ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional for heat)

Optional additions:

• Diced tomatoes
• Shredded carrots
• Bell peppers
• A sprinkle of shredded cheese on top

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Cabbage

1. Remove the outer leaves of the cabbage.
2. Cut it in half through the core.
3. Remove the tough core from each half.
4. Slice into thin strips, then roughly chop.

You want bite-sized pieces that cook evenly and blend nicely with the beef.

Step 2: Brown the Ground Beef

1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Add the ground beef.
3. Break it apart with a spatula.
4. Cook until browned and no pink remains (about 5–7 minutes).

If there is excess grease, carefully drain most of it, leaving about 1 tablespoon for flavor.

Step 3: Add Onion and Garlic

1. Reduce heat to medium.
2. Add diced onion to the pan.
3. Cook for 3–4 minutes until softened.
4. Stir in the minced garlic.
5. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

This builds the flavor base of the dish.

Step 4: Season the Mixture

Add:

• Salt
• Black pepper
• Paprika
• Oregano (if using)
• Soy sauce or Worcestershire sauce
• Red pepper flakes (optional)

Stir well so the beef is evenly coated with seasoning.

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