Easy Ground Beef and Cabbage Stir Fry (One-Pan Savory Side Dish)
This easy ground beef and cabbage stir fry is a quick one-pan recipe made with shredded cabbage, ground beef, onion, tomato, and warm spices. It cooks fast, uses simple pantry seasonings, and works as a flavorful side dish or light main for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Stir Fry Ingredients
- 350 g ground beef
- 4 cups shredded green cabbage thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp cooking oil
- 1 medium onion thinly sliced
- 1 large tomato diced
- 1 seasoning cube crushed
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp fresh coriander (cilantro) chopped, add at the end
- salt to taste
Instructions
Cooking Instructions
- Heat the cooking oil in a wide pan over medium heat.
- Add the sliced onion and sauté for 3–4 minutes until soft and lightly golden.
- Add the ground beef and cook for 6–8 minutes, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and no longer pink.
- Stir in the diced tomato, crushed seasoning cube, paprika, and black pepper. Cook for 3–5 minutes until the tomato softens and forms a light sauce.
- Add the shredded cabbage and toss well so it’s coated in the beef mixture.
- Cover and cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring once or twice, until the cabbage is tender but still has some bite.
- Taste and add salt as needed. Turn off the heat, stir in the chopped coriander, and let rest for 2 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Slice the cabbage thinly for quick, even cooking and a better stir-fry texture.
- If your ground beef releases a lot of fat, spoon off the excess before adding the tomato and spices.
- For a saucier finish, add 2–3 tablespoons of water after the tomato breaks down, then proceed with the cabbage.
- Add coriander at the end to keep its flavor fresh and bright.