Delicious Turkish Cabbage Stew for Cozy Nights In

Experience the warmth of Turkish Cabbage Stew, a flexible, hearty dish perfect for chilly evenings.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 30

Resting Time 15

Total Time 1 15

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Turkish

Calories: 320

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Base

2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Can substitute with olive oil for dairy-free option.
1 Large Red Onion Can be substituted with a yellow onion.

For the Meat

1 pound Ground Beef or Lamb Can replace with ground turkey or omit for vegetarian version.

For the Flavor

2 tablespoons Tomato Paste Can substitute with crushed tomatoes.
1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Adjust or omit for a milder dish.
1 tablespoon Sweet Paprika Smoked paprika adds deeper flavor.
1/2 teaspoon Cumin Can be omitted if not preferred.
1 teaspoon Dried Coriander Fresh herbs could be substituted.
Salt and Pepper Season to taste.

For the Stew

1 Medium Head of Cabbage Chopped; can include other seasonal vegetables.
2 cups Beef Broth Use vegetable broth for a vegetarian option.

Equipment

Dutch oven

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

Melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium heat until foamy and fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
Add 1 chopped large red onion and sauté for 3-5 minutes until translucent.
Stir in 1 pound of ground beef or lamb, cooking for 5-7 minutes until browned.
Mix in 2 tablespoons of tomato paste, 1 teaspoon of red pepper flakes, 1 tablespoon of sweet paprika, ½ teaspoon of cumin, and 1 teaspoon of dried coriander; stir for 1 minute.
Introduce 1 medium head of chopped cabbage and 2 cups of beef broth; stir well to combine.
Cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Taste and season with salt and pepper; serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 12IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Chop vegetables uniformly, taste as you go, let the stew rest before serving, and store leftovers properly.

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