Ground Beef and Cabbage Stew
Warm, hearty, and irresistibly flavorful, this Ground Beef and Cabbage Stew is the ultimate comfort food for cozy nights. Packed with nutrient-rich ingredients like tender ground beef, fresh green cabbage, sweet carrots, and savory garlic, this one-pot wonder is simmered to perfection in a fragrant broth infused with thyme, paprika, and a hint of bay leaf. The addition of diced tomatoes adds a tangy depth, while the beef broth ties it all together for a richly satisfying dish. Perfectly balanced and ready in just one hour, this cabbage stew is as easy to make as it is to enjoy. Garnish with fresh parsley for an extra burst of color and freshness, and serve with crusty bread for a wholesome, crowd-pleasing meal. Whether you’re meal prepping or feeding a hungry family, this recipe is a delicious way to celebrate the comforting flavors of a classic homemade stew.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 head green cabbage
- 1 yellow onion
- 2 carrots
- 3 garlic cloves
- 14 ounces diced tomatoes
- 4 cups beef broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons optional parsley for garnish
Instructions
In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up into small crumbles with a wooden spoon. Drain any excess grease if necessary.
Peel and dice the onion. Add it to the pot and cook for 3-4 minutes, until softened.
Peel and slice the carrots into thin rounds. Mince the garlic cloves. Add both the carrots and garlic to the pot, stirring for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Core and chop the cabbage into bite-sized pieces, then add it to the pot. Stir for 5 minutes as the cabbage begins to wilt.
Pour in the beef broth and canned diced tomatoes (including the juices). Stir to combine.
Add the dried thyme, paprika, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Stir well, then bring the mixture to a boil.
Reduce heat to low, cover, and let the stew simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Remove the bay leaf before serving.
Ladle the stew into bowls and garnish with chopped parsley if desired. Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
317 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 20.7 g | 27% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.1 g | 35% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 51 mg | 17% | |
| Sodium | 1022 mg | 44% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 17.2 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.1 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.1 g | ||
| Protein | 17.7 g | 35% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 118 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 3.0 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 814 mg | 17% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
