Description
Hearty ground beef taco cabbage skillet delivers Mexican-inspired comfort straight to dinner tables with bold flavors and satisfying textures. Quick weeknight meals become extraordinary when you combine lean protein, crisp cabbage, and zesty seasonings for a low-carb culinary adventure.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound (1 lb) ground beef (85% lean)
- 2–3 tablespoons homemade taco seasoning
Vegetables:
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.5 medium head of cabbage, shredded or chopped
Cooking and Seasoning:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 cup beef broth
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Optional Toppings:
- Shredded cheese
- Sour cream
- Salsa
- Avocado
- Cilantro
- Lime wedges
Instructions
- Warm olive oil in a spacious skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Sauté diced onions and minced garlic, stirring frequently until translucent and fragrant, approximately 3 minutes.
- Introduce ground beef to the skillet, methodically crumbling the meat with a wooden spoon while cooking until completely browned and no pink remains, around 5-7 minutes.
- Sprinkle taco seasoning across the meat, then pour beef broth to create a flavorful sauce, simmering for 2-3 minutes to allow spices to meld.
- Gently fold shredded cabbage into the meat mixture, seasoning with salt and pepper, then toss thoroughly to ensure even distribution.
- Continue cooking for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cabbage becomes tender and develops slight caramelization around edges.
- Transfer skillet from heat and garnish with optional toppings like shredded cheese, dollops of sour cream, fresh salsa, sliced avocado, chopped cilantro, or a zesty lime wedge.
Notes
- Swap ground beef with turkey or plant-based crumbles for a leaner or vegetarian version that maintains the same delicious taco flavor profile.
- Enhance the dish’s nutrition by adding extra vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini during the cooking process for added texture and vitamins.
- Control spice levels by adjusting the amount of taco seasoning or using a mild homemade blend to suit different heat preferences and dietary needs.
- Prep cabbage in advance by chopping it finely to ensure even cooking and faster caramelization, creating a more uniform and flavorful skillet meal.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 680 mg
- Fat: 23 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 27 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg