Beef Cabbage Onion Skillet (Printable Version)

Beef, cabbage, and onions sautéed in a tomato sauce for a filling, one-pan family meal.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 1 pound ground beef
02 - 1 small green cabbage, cored and sliced (about 6 cups)
03 - 1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1 cup tomato sauce
06 - 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
07 - 1 teaspoon salt
08 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Chop the cabbage, dice the onion, and mince the garlic for efficient assembly.
02 - Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking up with a spatula, until well browned. Drain excess fat if necessary.
03 - Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the beef. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onions are translucent and fragrant.
04 - Incorporate the sliced cabbage into the pan. Stir thoroughly and cook for 8-10 minutes, allowing the cabbage to soften while stirring occasionally.
05 - Pour in tomato sauce, season with salt and pepper, and mix well. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes until flavors have melded.
06 - Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot, garnished with chopped herbs if desired.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Easy cleanup since you only need one pan
  • Budget friendly since cabbage and ground beef cost little
  • Ready to serve in about thirty minutes
  • Hearty and filling for any hungry family
02 -
  • Makes a fantastic meal prep dish
  • Naturally high in protein and fiber
  • Great way to use up leftover cabbage
03 -
  • Let the beef caramelize undisturbed for the first few minutes in the pan—that crust is all flavor
  • Slice vegetables thinly so everything cooks evenly and quickly
  • A splash of vinegar or squeeze of lemon at the end brightens the whole dish
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