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20-Minute Healthy Ground Beef & Cabbage (Low-Carb & High-Protein)

If you need a fast, budget-friendly, high-protein dinner that actually tastes bold and satisfying, this Healthy Ground Beef & Cabbage Recipe is a must-try.
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Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups cabbage chopped
  • 250 g ground beef
  • 4 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 tbsp tamari sauce
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1½ tsp chili flakes
  • 1 tsp minced ginger

Instructions
 

Cook the Beef

  • Add ground beef to a non-stick pan over medium-high heat.
  • Break it apart while cooking.
  • Cover with a lid and cook for 4–5 minutes.
  • Add a small splash of water if needed to prevent drying out.
  • Make sure there is no excess water in the pan before continuing.

Add the Cabbage

  • Add chopped cabbage, chili flakes, 1 minced garlic clove, 1 tbsp tamari sauce, and 1 tbsp olive oil.
  • Cover and cook for about 3 minutes until cabbage softens.

Finish the Dish

  • Remove the lid.
  • Add remaining tamari, olive oil, ginger, and remaining garlic.
  • Cook for another 4–5 minutes until excess moisture evaporates and everything is nicely combined.

Serve

  • Top with toasted sesame seeds if desired.
  • Serve immediately.