Cabbage and Ground Beef

Cabbage and Ground Beef Stir-Fry (Simple & Hearty)

A quick, budget-friendly dish that’s savory, filling, and perfect with rice or on its own.

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🧾 Ingredients

• 300–500 g ground beef
• ½ medium cabbage, shredded
• 1 onion (sliced)
• 2–3 garlic cloves (minced)
• 2 tbsp oil
• 2 tbsp soy sauce (or to taste)
• 1 tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp chili flakes (optional)
• Salt as needed

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🔥 Instructions

1. Cook the beef

• Heat oil in a pan
• Add onion and garlic, sauté until fragrant
• Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks

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2. Season

Add:

• Soy sauce
• Black pepper
• Chili flakes (optional)
• A pinch of salt if needed

Mix well.

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3. Add cabbage

• Stir in shredded cabbage
• Cook 5–8 minutes, stirring occasionally

👉 You want it soft but still slightly crisp.

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4. Finish

• Taste and adjust seasoning
• Cook until excess liquid evaporates for a slightly dry, stir-fry texture

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🍽️ Serving ideas

• With steamed rice 🍚
• In wraps or tortillas 🌯
• As a low-carb meal on its own

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⭐ Tips for best flavor

• Don’t overcook cabbage (keeps crunch and sweetness)
• Add a splash of vinegar or lemon at the end for brightness
• For richer taste, add a spoon of oyster sauce or a bit of butter

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If you want, I can also make:

• A spicy Pakistani-style keema cabbage version
• Or a low-calorie weight-loss version with exact macros