Easy on the budget, simple to make and tasty on cooler winter evenings. Save leftover and reheat in microwave.
Cabbage is something to consider adding to your diet more often. While lots of us think of it in Cole slaw, it s a tasty addition to soups and dishes like this. As a member of the Brassica or cruciferous family of vegetables such as cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, and broccoli as it is versatile. You can find it in sauerkraut and kimchi. Popular varieties include green and red/purple. It is rich in key vitamins such as C and K and antioxidants that support overall health. It’s also low in calories per serving and a good source of fiber so your gut will be happy.
Ingredients for four servings
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil or ghee
- 1 yellow onion (or sweet onion) finely chopped
- 1 pound ground beef – preferably lean or even ground venison
- 5 cloves garlic minced
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 8 ounces mushrooms chopped
- 1 small red bell pepper chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt to taste
- 2 tablespoons liquid aminos* or soy sauce
- 1 medium-sized head green cabbage thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons parsley optional, for garnish
How to:
Heat the avocado oil in a large, thick-bottomed pot.
Add the onion and sauté, stirring occasionally, until the onion softens, about 5-8 minutes.
Push the onions to the side and add the ground beef to the center of the pot.
Allow the beef to brown, about 3-4 minutes.
Break the beef up with a spatula.
Stir in the garlic, the oregano, the mushrooms, the red bell pepper, the sea salt, and the liquid aminos until well-combined.
Add the cabbage to the pot.
Cover the pot and cook until the cabbage has softened, about 5-10 minutes. Make sure to stir it every few minutes.
Remove the lid and cook until most of the liquid has evaporated and the cabbage has reached your desired level of doneness, about 8-10 minutes.
Garnish with parsley and serve!
*Liquid aminos are concentrated amino acids derived from soybeans or fermented coconut sap, often used as a gluten-free alternative to soy sauce. It adds a savory, umami flavor to dishes and are popular among those following vegan or gluten-free diets. My favorite brand is Bragg Liquid Aminos found on grocery aisle with oils and vinegars generally.