Ground Beef and Cabbage
Satisfy your cravings with this quick and easy Ground Beef and Cabbage skillet, a dish that blends the robust flavors of ground beef with the crunch of fresh cabbage and other vegetables, all seasoned with aromatic spices and a light, savory sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes, it's the perfect pick for a fuss-free yet flavorful weeknight meal.
Ingredients
- 1/2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 teaspoon minced ginger
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon coconut sugar
- 1/2 large head green cabbage sliced
- 1 red bell pepper thinly sliced
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 3 green onions chopped
- 3 tablespoons coconut aminos or tamari/soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Starting with Oil: Place a large skillet on medium-high heat and pour in ½ tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil.
- Cook Beef and Ginger: Add 1 pound of ground beef and ½ teaspoon of minced ginger to the hot skillet. Break the meat apart and brown it for about 5 minutes.
- Add Spices for Flavor: Introduce 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, ground black pepper, and 1 teaspoon of coconut sugar into the skillet with the beef. Mix thoroughly and cook for an extra minute until it smells aromatic.
- Toss in Vegetables: Add the sliced green cabbage, red bell pepper slices, shredded carrots, and chopped green onions to the beef. Stir and cook over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender yet still crisp.
- Mix in Sauces: Pour 3 tablespoons of coconut aminos and 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar into the skillet. Stir everything together and cook for another 1-2 minutes.
- Final Touches: Turn off the heat and give the mixture one last stir. Serve the skillet meal sprinkled with sesame seeds as a garnish.