Description
A quick and flavorful low-carb dish made with tender cabbage and seasoned ground beef. This easy one-pan meal is hearty, budget-friendly, and perfect for keto or healthy weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
- 500g ground beef
- 1 medium green cabbage, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- Salt to taste
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- Chili flakes (optional)
- 1–2 bell peppers, sliced
- 1/2 cup cheddar cheese (optional)
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
1. Chop cabbage into bite-sized pieces, dice onion, and mince garlic.
2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook for 6–8 minutes until browned. Drain excess fat if needed.
3. Add chopped onion and cook for 2–3 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
4. Mix in paprika, cumin, salt, pepper, and tomato paste. Stir well to coat the beef.
5. Add chopped cabbage and toss everything together. Cover and cook for 10–15 minutes until cabbage softens.
6. Drizzle soy sauce and add chili flakes if desired. Cook uncovered for 2–3 minutes to enhance flavor.
7. Optional: sprinkle cheddar cheese on top, cover briefly, and let it melt before serving.
Notes
- Use lean ground beef for a lighter option.
- Do not overcook cabbage; keep slight texture for best results.
- Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to 4 days.
- Add a squeeze of lemon or fresh herbs before serving to brighten flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20–30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg