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Beef & Cabbage Skillet

Beef & Cabbage Skillet: Quick, Flavor-Packed Family Dinner

This Beef & Cabbage Skillet is a quick, flavorful one-pan dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Skillet
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil Can substitute with vegetable oil.
  • 1 onion Yellow or white onions work best.
  • 2 cloves garlic Minced; use fresh for best flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon ginger Grated; adjust if using ground ginger.
  • 1 pound ground beef Can substitute with ground turkey or tofu.
  • 4 cups cabbage Sliced; bok choy or napa cabbage can be used.
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce Use tamari for gluten-free.
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar Apple cider vinegar is a good substitute.
  • 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce Check for gluten-free versions.
  • sriracha To taste; optional.
  • salt & black pepper To taste.
  • 2 stalks green onions Chopped; for garnish.
  • toasted sesame seeds Optional but recommended for garnish.

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of sesame oil in a large skillet over medium heat until it shimmers.
  2. Add 1 sliced onion, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tablespoon of grated ginger. Sauté for 2–3 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Incorporate 1 pound of ground beef into the skillet. Brown for 5–7 minutes, breaking it up as it cooks.
  4. Stir in 4 cups of sliced cabbage, 3 tablespoons of soy sauce, 2 tablespoons of rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon of hoisin sauce, and sriracha to taste. Toss to coat.
  5. Cook for an additional 5–7 minutes until cabbage is tender but still has a crunch.
  6. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Garnish with chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds.
  7. Serve warm on its own or over rice or noodles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 24gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 13gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 720mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 90mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze portions for up to 2 months.

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