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Southwest Beef and Cabbage Stir Fry
4.9 from 58 votes

Southwest Beef and Cabbage Stir Fry

Southwest Beef and Cabbage Stir Fry features ground beef cooked with shredded green cabbage, diced tomatoes with green chiles, corn, and a blend of chili powder and cumin. The quick sauté keeps the cabbage slightly crisp and adds southwestern flavors through spices and taco sauce. This one-pan stir fry offers a savory mix with mild heat and bright vegetable notes, suitable for a fast, satisfying dinner.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 24895 kcal
Course: Main Course, Others
Cuisine: American, International, gluten-free

Ingredients

  • 1/2 green cabbage $0.85, shredded, about 5 cups (1 head
  • 1 Tbsp neutral cooking oil $0.04, generic cooking oil
  • 1/2 lb ground beef $1.99
  • 2 cloves garlic $0.16, minced
  • 1 Tbsp chili powder $0.30
  • 1/2 tsp cumin $0.05
  • salt $0.05, to taste
  • 10 oz can diced tomatoes $0.99, with green chiles
  • 1 cup corn kernels $0.44, frozen
  • 2 green onion $0.21, sliced
  • taco sauce $0.60, or hot sauce, to taste

Instructions

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  1. Remove any damaged outer leaves from the cabbage and give it a good rinse. Remove the core, then finely shred the leaves. Set the shredded cabbage aside.
  2. Add the cooking oil, ground beef, minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, and a pinch of salt to a large skillet. Cook over medium heat, breaking up the beef as you go, until the beef is fully browned. If using a higher fat content beef, drain the excess fat from the skillet.
  3. Drain most of the liquid from the diced tomatoes, then add them to the skillet along with the frozen corn kernels. Sauté over medium heat until the corn is heated through and most of the liquid on the bottom of the skillet has evaporated. Taste the mixture and add more salt as needed.
  4. Add the shredded cabbage and sauté for just a couple minutes more, or until the cabbage just becomes slightly wilted. Top with sliced green onions and a drizzle of taco sauce or hot sauce, then serve.

Notes

  • The chili powder used is a mild blend of ground chiles and spices, not very hot.
  • Like Rotel brand diced tomatoes with green chiles can be used for authentic flavor.
  • Use bagged shredded cabbage to save time during preparation.
  • Substitute the garlic, chili powder, cumin, and salt with a packet of taco seasoning for convenience and faster prep.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1Serving Calories 248.95kcal (12%) Carbohydrates 22.78g (8%) Protein 14.83g (30%) Fat 12.58g (19%) Sodium 573.5mg (24%) Fiber 5.85g (23%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4 Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 24895

% Daily Value*

Serving 1Serving
Calories 248.95kcal 12%
Carbohydrates 22.78g 8%
Protein 14.83g 30%
Fat 12.58g 19%
Sodium 573.5mg 24%
Fiber 5.85g 23%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.