Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon packed brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 (15 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
- 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
- 1 cup beef broth, plus more if needed
- 6 cups chopped green cabbage
For Serving (Optional)
- Cooked rice
- Sour cream
- Chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Brown the Beef and Onions: In a Dutch oven or large soup pot over medium-high heat, add the ground beef and chopped onions. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the beef is browned and the onions are softened, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain any excess fat from the pot.
- Add Seasonings: Stir in the minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, crushed red pepper flakes, brown sugar, and soy sauce. Mix well to combine all the flavors.
- Simmer with Tomatoes and Cabbage: Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, beef broth, and chopped cabbage to the pot. Stir everything together thoroughly. When the mixture begins to bubble, reduce the heat to a medium to medium-low simmer, cover the pot, and cook for 30 minutes. Stir occasionally and check the consistency, adding more beef broth if the mixture looks too dry. The cabbage will soften and release moisture as it cooks.
- Season and Serve: Taste the stew and add extra salt and pepper if needed. Serve hot over cooked rice, topped with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
- Adjust salt and pepper to taste as the soy sauce already adds saltiness.
- If the sauce becomes too thick during simmering, add additional beef broth to achieve the desired consistency.
- For a milder dish, reduce or omit the crushed red pepper flakes.
- Serve with cooked rice to make the meal more filling and traditional.
- Sour cream and parsley are optional toppings but add creaminess and freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
