This easy one-pot meal is filled with vegetables and can be prepared fast, making it ideal for a family dinner in under an hour. The Easy One Skillet Cabbage recipe is hearty, wholesome, and budget-friendly. It features tender cabbage, buttery potatoes, and savoury seasonings, all perfectly cooked in a single pan. Enjoy a satisfying and delicious dinner with minimal cleanup!
Why Cabbage Makes the Perfect One-Pot Meal
Cabbage is an incredibly versatile and nutrient-rich vegetable that adds heartiness, texture, and a mild sweetness to any dish. In this one-pot recipe, cabbage soaks up the savoury spices and buttery flavours, creating a comforting meal that’s both wholesome and satisfying. Whether you’re cooking for a busy weeknight or prepping ahead, cabbage holds up beautifully and pairs well with other vegetables, grains, or even meat if you choose to customize the recipe.
Making Delicious One Skillet Cabbage Recipe
To prepare this dish, you will need:
Ingredients
- 1 small head of cabbage shredded
- 3 medium carrots peeled and sliced
- 3 medium russet potatoes peeled and cut into cubes
- 4 garlic cloves minced
- 1 tsp minced ginger
- 3 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion roughly chopped
- 1 tbsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1/2 tsp turmeric
- 1 tbsp salt or to taste
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat
- Add the potatoes and shallow fry until golden
- Add the garlic, ginger, onions and carrots and saute. Add salt and continue to saute for about 5 minutes
- Add butter to the skillet, followed by paprika, red pepper flakes, and turmeric and stir to mix.
- Add the shredded cabbage and turn the heat to low-medium. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes stirring in between
- Remove once it softens
- Serve, sprinkle with parsley and enjoy!
Easy One Skillet Cabbage Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 small cabbage head, shredded
- 3 medium carrots peeled and sliced
- 3 medium russet potatoes peeled and cubed
- 4 medium garlic cloves minced
- 1 tsp ginger minced
- 3 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil or oil of choice
- 1 medium onion roughly chopped
- 1 tbsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1/2 tsp turmeric
- 1 tbsp salt or to taste
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add the potatoes and shallow fry until golden.
- Add the garlic, ginger, onions and carrots and saute. Add salt and continue to saute for about 5 minutes.
- Add butter to the skillet, followed by paprika, red pepper flakes, and turmeric and stir to mix.
- Add the shredded cabbage and turn the heat to low-medium. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes stirring in between.
- Remove once it softens.
- Serve, sprinkle with parsley and enjoy!
Notes
Nutrition
Tips for One Skillet Cabbage
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You can serve this recipe over rice or with bread, but it is a complete meal on its own.
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If you want more heat to the One Skillet Cabbage, you can add some diced jalapenos to the skillet while cooking.
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You can also add a combination of ground meats if you prefer.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Can I use a different type of cabbage for this recipe?
Yes, green, savoy, or napa cabbage all work well. Just adjust cook time slightly since some varieties soften faster than others.
2. Do I need to peel the potatoes before adding them?
Peeling gives a smoother texture, but leaving the skin on adds extra fiber and works fine if the potatoes are well scrubbed.
3. Can this dish be cook ahead of time?
Yes, it reheats well on the stovetop or in the microwave. Store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
4. Is this recipe appropriate for a vegan diet?
Simply change the butter for a plant based alternative or extra olive oil, and the rest of the ingredients are already vegan friendly.
5. What can I add to make this a more filling meal?
Ground meat, sausage, or cooked beans can be stirred in for added protein without changing the core cooking method.
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Such an easy and tasty recipe! 😋 I love quick one-pan meals like this.