BBQ Beef and Cabbage
User Reviews
4.7
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
3 About 1.5 cups each
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Calories
314 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
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Cuisine
American
BBQ Beef and Cabbage
Description
BBQ Beef and Cabbage is a skillet-based dish featuring lean ground beef cooked with diced onions and seasoned with smoked paprika and garlic powder to create a smoky flavor. Shredded cabbage is added and simmered with a splash of water to help it soften and wilt. A sauce made from tomato sauce, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard is stirred in and reduced slightly, imparting a tangy and subtly sweet taste. The culmination is a comforting, savory meal with tender beef and cabbage enriched by a nicely balanced sauce.
The dish is finished by topping it with shredded cheddar cheese and sliced green onions, adding creaminess and a fresh bite. It serves well as a filling main dish, combining protein and vegetables in one skillet for convenience.
The cooking method emphasizes simmering with a lid to soften the cabbage without losing moisture and stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. Adjusting the salt to taste at the end ensures the seasoning is balanced.
Ingredients
- 1 Tbsp olive oil $0.16
- 1/2 lb. ground beef $2.65, lean
- 1 small onion $0.32
- 1 tsp smoked paprika $0.10
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder $0.02
- 3/4 tsp salt $0.04, divided
- 4-6 cups cabbage $0.60, shredded, about one pound
- 8 oz. tomato sauce $0.47
- 2 Tbsp apple cider vinegar $0.06
- 2 Tbsp brown sugar $0.08
- 1 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce $0.06
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard $0.03
- 2 oz. cheddar cheese $0.50, shredded
- 1 green onion $0.10, sliced
Instructions
- Add the olive oil and ground beef to a large skillet and cook over medium heat. Begin to break up the beef as it browns.
- While the beef is browning, finely dice the onion. Add the onion, paprika, garlic powder, and salt to the skillet with the ground beef and continue to cook over medium heat until the onions are soft.
- While the onions and beef are cooking, finely shred the cabbage. Once the onions are soft, add 1/4 cup water to the skillet and stir to dissolve any browned bits off the bottom of the skillet. Add the shredded cabbage and stir to combine. Place a lid on the skillet and let simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage has wilted.
- Add the tomato sauce, vinegar, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon to the skillet. Stir to combine and let simmer a few more minutes without the lid, or until the liquid in the skillet has reduced slightly. Taste the sauce and add more salt if needed (I added 1/4 tsp).
- Finally, top the beef and cabbage with the shredded cheddar, place the lid back on the skillet for 1-2 minutes, or until the cheese has melted. Top with sliced green onions then serve.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 3About 1.5 cups each
Amount Per Serving
Calories 314 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 314kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 22g | 7% |
| Protein | 24g | 48% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
| Sodium | 1241mg | 52% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.7
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