🍔🥬 Hamburger and Cabbage Skillet
🧂 Ingredients (Serves 4)
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1 lb (450g) ground beef
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½ medium head green cabbage, chopped
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1 small onion, diced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tbsp oil or butter
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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½ tsp paprika (optional)
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1 tsp soy sauce or Worcestershire sauce (optional, for added flavor)
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Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes for heat
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Brown the Beef
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In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium-high heat until browned.
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Season lightly with salt and pepper.
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Remove excess grease if necessary.
2. Add Aromatics
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Push beef to the side of the pan.
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Add oil/butter, then sauté the diced onion and garlic until soft (about 2–3 minutes).
3. Add the Cabbage
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Stir in the chopped cabbage.
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Season with salt, pepper, paprika, and optional soy/Worcestershire sauce.
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Cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, for 8–10 minutes, or until the cabbage is tender and slightly caramelized.
4. Finish and Serve
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Taste and adjust seasoning.
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Serve hot, optionally with rice, mashed potatoes, or cornbread.
🍽️ Serving Ideas
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Add a fried egg on top for a full meal.
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Stir in cooked noodles or rice for a one-dish bowl.
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Top with shredded cheese for a cheesy twist.
🔄 Variations
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Low-carb/Keto: Serve as-is or with cauliflower rice.
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Spicy version: Add hot sauce or chili flakes.
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Asian-inspired: Use ground pork, add ginger and soy sauce, and top with green onions.
Would you like a slow cooker version, a casserole-style bake, or a sweet-and-savory twist (like adding apples or a splash of vinegar)?