Quick Unstuffed Sweet and Sour Cabbage and Beef

Satisfy your craving for comfort food with this Quick Unstuffed Sweet and Sour Cabbage and Beef recipe—a hearty, one-skillet meal that delivers all the nostalgic flavors of classic stuffed cabbage rolls without the extra effort. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish combines tender ground beef, sautéed cabbage, and grated carrot in a tangy-sweet sauce made with crushed tomatoes, apple cider vinegar, and a touch of brown sugar. Ready in just 40 minutes from start to finish, it’s a fuss-free dinner packed with rich, savory flavors. Serve it over a bed of fluffy white or nutty brown rice for a complete meal the whole family will love. This quick and easy cabbage and beef skillet is ideal for those seeking a wholesome, budget-friendly dinner idea!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 small head Green cabbage, chopped into bite-sized pieces
• 1 large Carrot, peeled and grated
• 28 ounces Canned crushed tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
• 3 cups Cooked white or brown rice (for serving, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, about 5-7 minutes. Transfer the cooked beef to a plate and set aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, add the diced onion and sauté until soft and translucent, about 3-5 minutes.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 5

Stir in the chopped cabbage and grated carrot. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.

Step 6

Return the cooked ground beef to the skillet.

Step 7

Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, and brown sugar to the skillet. Stir well to combine.

Step 8

Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper, adjusting to taste.

Step 9

Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer the mixture for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is tender and the flavors are well blended.

Step 10

Serve hot over cooked rice, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2640.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2423.5

Total Fat 98.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 35.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 301.1mg	0%
Sodium 3830.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 289.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 33.8g	0%
Total Sugars 79.2g
Protein 112.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 623.2mg	0%
Iron 19.8mg	0%
Potassium 5716.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 35.6%

Protein: 18.0%

Carbs: 46.4%