Description
How to make simple one-pan beef and cabbage with tender beef and crisp cabbage that’s packed with flavor and ready in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- Base & Main Components:
- 1 pound lean ground beef (80/20 preferred)
- 1 medium head green cabbage (about 2 pounds), cored and thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup beef broth (low sodium)
- Flavor Builders:
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Seasonings & Spices:
- 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- ½ teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Finishing & Toppings:
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Sour cream or Greek yogurt (for serving, optional)
Instructions
- Brown Beef: In a large skillet, brown ground beef in olive oil over medium-high heat until no pink remains. Drain excess fat. Add chopped yellow onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add Aromatics: Stir in the minced garlic and tomato paste, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant. This creates a rich flavor base for your delicious Simple One-Pan Beef Cabbage.
- Combine Ingredients: Add the thinly sliced cabbage, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Stir everything thoroughly until well combined.
- Simmer Dish: Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low. Cover the skillet and cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is tender.
- Finish & Season: Taste and adjust seasonings as needed, adding more salt or pepper if desired. Ensure the cabbage reaches your preferred tenderness for this comforting Simple One-Pan Beef Cabbage.
- Garnish & Serve: Remove the skillet from heat. Garnish generously with fresh chopped parsley. Serve your Simple One-Pan Beef Cabbage hot, perhaps with a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt, if desired.
Notes
Avoid overcooking cabbage; check often for crisp-tender texture to prevent it from becoming watery and limp.
Store cooled leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. Reheat gently on stovetop or microwave.
Ground turkey can substitute beef for a lighter dish, though it may lack some richness. Adjust olive oil as needed.
Serve hot from the skillet, garnished with fresh parsley and a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt for creaminess.
Deglaze the skillet with beef broth after browning the beef; scraping up the fond adds incredible depth of flavor.
**Allergy Information:** Dairy, Fish