Description

Warm, rustic, and easy to make, this Hearty Ground Beef and Cabbage Skillet is your answer to weeknight dinner dilemmas. Combining affordable, everyday ingredients into a single pan, this quick dinner is packed with savory flavors, making it a favorite comfort food across the seasons. Ideal for anyone looking for healthy snack or dinner ideas without sacrificing flavor, it brings together cabbage’s mellow sweetness and beef’s satisfying heartiness. If you love food ideas that are wholesome and easy to throw together, this skillet recipe is a must-try. With its one-pan simplicity, it’s also a great option for busy families or solo cooks wanting easy recipes that make great leftovers.

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb ground beef

1 small head green cabbage, chopped

1 medium onion, diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tbsp olive oil

1/2 tsp smoked paprika

Salt and black pepper to taste

1 tbsp soy sauce (optional for umami)

1/2 cup beef broth (or water)

Instructions

Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and brown the ground beef. Drain excess fat if needed.
Add olive oil and diced onion. Cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
Add chopped cabbage. Cook for 5-7 minutes until softened.
Season with paprika, salt, pepper, and soy sauce.
Pour in beef broth, reduce heat, and cover. Simmer for 10 minutes.
Stir well and serve hot.