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Easy One-Pan Ground Beef and Cabbage Skillet Recipe for Quick Dinners

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A quick and comforting one-pan meal combining ground beef and shredded cabbage with simple seasonings, perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450 g) ground beef (80/20)
  • 1 small head green cabbage (about 1.5 pounds / 700 g), shredded
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
  • ¼ cup (60 ml) beef broth or water

Instructions

  1. Shred the cabbage finely, dice the onion, and mince the garlic (about 10 minutes prep).
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering (about 2 minutes).
  3. Add ground beef in a single layer and cook undisturbed for 3-4 minutes to develop a crust, then break apart and continue cooking until browned and no longer pink (6-8 minutes). Drain excess fat if needed, leaving a little for flavor.
  4. Push beef to one side of the pan. Add diced onions to the empty side and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Add shredded cabbage to the pan and stir to coat in juices and oil.
  6. Season with smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Stir to combine evenly.
  7. Pour in beef broth or water, cover the skillet with a lid or foil.
  8. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 10-12 minutes, stirring halfway through, until cabbage is tender.
  9. Remove lid, drizzle soy sauce over the skillet, stir well, and cook uncovered for another 2 minutes to reduce the sauce slightly.
  10. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Notes

Brown the beef properly without stirring too often to develop flavor. Drain excess fat only if there is a lot, as some fat adds flavor. Shred cabbage thinly for quicker cooking. For more caramelized cabbage, finish uncovered on medium-high heat for a few minutes. Adjust moisture by adding broth or cooking uncovered to evaporate excess water.

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Keywords: ground beef, cabbage, one-pan, quick dinner, easy recipe, weeknight meal, skillet, comfort food

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