Ground Beef and Cabbage

Ingredients and Weight:

• 800g ground beef
• 800g cabbage, shredded
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 carrots, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp ginger, minced
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 cup beef stock
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

20 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
2. Add the ground beef, onion, carrots, garlic, and ginger. Season with salt and black pepper and cook until the ground beef is browned and the vegetables are softened.
3. Add the cabbage and cook until it begins to wilt, about 5 minutes.
4. Stir in the beef stock, soy sauce, and brown sugar. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the cabbage is tender.
5. In a small bowl, dissolve the cornstarch in 1 tbsp of water. Stir into the ground beef mixture and cook for 1-2 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 320 per serving
• Fat: 15g
• Protein: 25g
• Carbohydrate: 20g

Dish Characteristics:

• Savory and flavorful
• Easy to prepare and cook
• Ideal for everyday meals or casual gatherings

User Comments:

• "This dish is so satisfying and flavorful. I love the combination of beef and cabbage."
• "I appreciate how easy it is to make, especially when I'm short on time."
• "The sauce is divine! I've never had ground beef and cabbage this delicious before."
• "This is a great way to incorporate more vegetables into my diet."
• "I highly recommend this dish to anyone looking for a simple yet satisfying meal."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Handle raw ground beef with care and follow food safety guidelines.
• To make a gluten-free version, use tamari sauce instead of soy sauce.
• For a vegetarian version, substitute tofu or tempeh for the ground beef.
• To add a bit of heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or chili powder.