Ingredients
Gathering your ingredients is like setting the stage for a play — with the right cast, the show will be a hit! Here’s what you need:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small head of cabbage, shredded
- 1 large onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Optional: 1 teaspoon paprika for a smoky kick
Feel free to make substitutions as needed. For a lighter version, try ground turkey instead of beef. Or, to add a bit of heat, throw in some chili flakes!
Instructions
Let’s dive into the cooking process, where the magic really happens. Follow these steps to bring a bit of Devon into your kitchen:
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook for another minute, just until fragrant.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned and no longer pink, about 7-8 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
- Stir in the tomato paste, diced tomatoes, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper. If you like a bit of smokiness, this is where you add the paprika.
- Reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Add the shredded cabbage to the skillet. Stir well to combine all the ingredients. Cover and cook for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cabbage is tender.
- Give the dish a taste, and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot and enjoy!
Remember, cooking is an art, not a science. Feel free to adjust spices to suit your taste. Just like painting a memory, it’s the little personal touches that make it yours.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International