This hearty, flavorful ground beef and cabbage skillet with tender onions and a touch of heat. This high-protein, low-carb version is a quick, one-pan meal that’s satisfying and full of bold taste.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Savory seasoned beef with caramelized cabbage and onions exactly like your photo
- Very high protein and extremely low carb
- One-pan recipe ready in under 25 minutes
- Spicy, comforting, and incredibly versatile
- Perfect for meal prep or busy weeknight dinners
Ingredients (Serves 4)
- 2 lbs ground beef (or 85–90% lean)
- 1 medium head green cabbage, thinly sliced (about 8–10 cups)
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 3–4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
- 2 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp chili powder or red pepper flakes (adjust for heat)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning or dried oregano
- Salt & black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley or green onions for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it up, until browned (6–8 minutes). Drain excess fat if needed.
- Add sliced onion and garlic. Cook 3–4 minutes until onions soften.
- Stir in smoked paprika, chili powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Add sliced cabbage and diced tomatoes. Cook 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cabbage is tender but still has some bite.
- Taste and adjust seasoning. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired and serve hot.
Prep Time: 8 minutes Cook Time: 15–18 minutes Total Time: 23–26 minutes
Nutrition (Per Serving)
- Calories: ~380
- Protein: 38g (high)
- Total Carbs: 12g
- Net Carbs: 8g
- Fat: 22g
