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30-Minute Skillet Cabbage & Ground Beef Dinner

30-Minute Skillet Cabbage & Ground Beef Dinner
30min Total Time
4 people Servings
Easy Difficulty
Budget Cost
420 kcal Calories

Meet your new weeknight hero: cabbage and beef that cook faster than your takeout decision.

Ingredients

4
  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 1 small green cabbage, shredded
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
  • 1 tbsp tamari or soy sauce
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • Red pepper flakes to taste (optional)

Instructions

1

Set multi-cooker to SAUTÉ and heat oil

2

Brown ground beef until no pink remains

3

Drain excess fat if needed

4

Add onion and cook two minutes

5

Stir in garlic and tomato paste

6

Add shredded cabbage and beef broth

7

Season with tamari, paprika, salt, pepper

8

Close lid and cook high pressure 3 minutes

9

Quick release pressure per maker instructions

10

Stir in lemon juice and scallions

11

Adjust seasoning and serve hot

Pro Tips

Use high heat to brown well
Cut cabbage into even shreds
Taste and adjust salt last
Reserve some scallions for garnish

Troubleshooting

Cabbage soggy cook uncovered five minutes
Too dry add two tablespoons broth
Too salty add lemon or plain yogurt
Meat undercooked brown longer on SAUTÉ

Recipe Variations

Add carrots and bell pepper for color
Use ground turkey for leaner option
Spice it up with chili paste
Add ginger for an Asian twist

Serving Suggestions

Serve with steamed rice or quinoa
Top with chopped scallions or parsley
Add a squeeze of lemon juice
Serve with yogurt on the side

Nutrition Facts

420
Calories
30g
Protein
18g
Carbs
26g
Fat
5g
Fiber
6g
Sugar
560mg
Sodium
95mg
Cholesterol

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Overcrowding browns unevenly
Not draining fat makes it greasy
Cooking cabbage too long makes it mushy
Using too much soy makes it salty

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use frozen ground beef?

Yes thaw first or brown longer on SAUTÉ.

Can I omit soy sauce?

Use salt and lemon for fresh flavor.

Is this recipe gluten free?

Use tamari and check labels to be safe.

Can I make this stove top?

Yes cook in large skillet using same steps.

How do I make it spicier?

Add chili flakes or a drizzle of hot sauce.

Reviews

Kim M
Apr 20, 2026
Quick and hearty weeknight winner
Raj P
May 3, 2026
Easy to make and full flavored
Maria S
Apr 17, 2026
My family loved this simple dish
Ahmed H
Apr 30, 2026
Great flavors, I added more chili
Chen L
May 7, 2026
Perfect for busy nights, very tasty
Sofia G
Apr 9, 2026
Loved the cabbage texture and spice
John D
Apr 30, 2026
Good base recipe, I added mushrooms
Aisha R
Apr 23, 2026
Family favorite now, so simple
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