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Ground Beef and Cabbage Stir-Fry

This quick and easy Ground Beef and Cabbage Stir-Fry is a flavorful one-pan dish perfect for busy weeknights, ready in less than 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground beef Use lean ground beef for a healthier option.
  • 1 medium head cabbage, chopped
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce Tamari or coconut aminos can be used as gluten-free alternatives.
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: red pepper flakes for heat

Method
 

Cooking
  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the onion and garlic, sautéing until fragrant.
  3. Add ground beef, cooking until browned.
  4. Stir in chopped cabbage and soy sauce.
  5. Cook until cabbage is wilted, about 5-7 minutes.
  6. Season with salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.
  7. Serve hot over rice or noodles.

Notes

This dish is great for meal prep and keeps well in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. It can be frozen for up to 3 months. For a healthier option, substitute ground beef with ground turkey or tofu. Feel free to add extra veggies like carrots or bell peppers. Adjust seasoning to taste.