Plenty of recipes out there use ground beef and cabbage for an Asian-inspired stir-fry kind of dish, but this isn’t one of them. I wanted to combine these two main ingredients into something that tastes amazing piled over anything carby – from mashed potatoes to pasta to rice – no soy sauce required. This savory, peppery dish boasts just a touch of Worcestershire tang for effortless comfort food.  Another reason to love this dish is how minimalistic it is. It only requires a few pantry staples: cabbage and ground beef, none of which are hard to source or overly expensive. It’s one of those budget-friendly meals you can whip out anytime you want to save a few dollars on dinner.

Recipe Ingredients

How to Make Ground Beef and Cabbage

Chop Cabbage – Remove the core and slice or chop your cabbage. (Photo 1) Saute Veggies – Heat your olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic and cook until softened. (Photo 2) Tomatoes – Next, add the diced tomatoes and cook for about 8-10 minutes. (Photo 3) Beef – Then, add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned. (Photo 4) Season – Once the ground beef is cooked, add the paprika, thyme, salt and pepper, bouillon powder, and Worcestershire sauce. (Photo 5) Cabbage – Toss the chopped cabbage into the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes. Then add the grated carrots. (Photos 6-7) Broth – Add the beef broth and let the cabbage simmer for 5 more minutes or until it reaches your desired doneness. (Photo 8) Serve – Take it off the heat and let it cool. Garnish with parsley and serve.

Recipe Variations

Tips and Tricks

Make-Ahead Instructions

Make this dish ahead of time and store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days or in the freezer for up to three months. Reheat thawed ground beef and cabbage on the stovetop on medium heat until warmed through.

Serving and Storage Instructions 

Serve ground beef and cabbage hot, along with your favorite carb-alicious sides. Store leftover beef and cabbage in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. Reheat it in a skillet on the stovetop or in the microwave. 

What Goes With Ground Beef and Cabbage

Serve with warm jasmine rice, homemade garlic bread, or a classic crusty baguette for a complete meal. It also tastes amazing served over a steamy heap of garlic mashed potatoes or with a side of roasted fingerling potatoes.  Wine Pairing: Dry white wines, like a German Riesling or a California Chardonnay, go well with this dish. If you go heavy on the diced tomatoes, try it with your favorite Cabernet Sauvignon. 🍷

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