Description
Comforting ground beef and cabbage skillet delivers a classic one-pan meal that brings rustic German flavors straight to your dinner table. Savory meat, tender cabbage, and rich seasonings combine for a satisfying dinner you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound lean ground beef
Vegetables:
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 small head of cabbage, chopped
Seasonings and Additional Ingredients:
- 2 cans (14.5 ounces/411 grams each) diced tomatoes with juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) olive oil
Instructions
- Warm a spacious skillet over medium heat with olive oil, gently sautéing diced onions until they become translucent and softened, releasing their aromatic sweetness, approximately 5 minutes.
- Introduce ground beef into the skillet, methodically breaking down the meat with a wooden utensil. Cook thoroughly until the beef transforms from pink to a rich, uniform brown color, typically 5-7 minutes.
- Enhance the mixture with carefully measured garlic powder, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper, ensuring each ingredient is evenly distributed throughout the meat and onion base.
- Gently fold chopped cabbage into the seasoned meat mixture, creating a harmonious blend. Pour diced tomatoes with their natural juice, stirring to integrate all components seamlessly.
- Elevate the skillet’s contents to a gentle boil, then immediately reduce heat to low. Cover and allow the mixture to simmer, transforming cabbage into a tender, flavorful element, about 25 minutes. Periodically stir to prevent ingredient adhesion.
- Conduct a final flavor assessment, adjusting seasoning with additional salt and pepper as needed. Present the hearty skillet piping hot, optionally accompanied by fluffy rice or crusty artisan bread for a complete meal experience.
Notes
- Swap ground beef for turkey or plant-based crumbles to create a lighter, diet-friendly version that keeps the dish’s hearty essence.
- Enhance nutrition by adding diced bell peppers or carrots during the onion sautéing stage for extra vegetables and color.
- Control spice levels by adjusting red pepper flakes or using mild paprika for those preferring less heat.
- Boost flavor complexity by deglazing the pan with a splash of red wine after browning the meat, which adds depth and richness to the overall dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 32 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 304 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 23 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg