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Turkish Cabbage Stew Recipe

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This flavorful Turkish Cabbage Stew combines tender cabbage with spiced ground beef or lamb, simmered in a rich broth infused with paprika, cumin, and coriander. It’s a comforting, hearty dish perfect for a family meal that brings a taste of traditional Turkish cuisine to your table.

Ingredients

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 large red onion, very finely chopped
  • 1 pound ground beef or lamb
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 tablespoon sweet paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried coriander
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 medium cabbage head, thick stem removed, washed and roughly chopped
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • Parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dutch oven: Place a Dutch oven over medium heat. Add 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter and allow it to melt completely.
  2. Sauté the onions: Add the finely chopped red onion to the melted butter and cook, stirring occasionally, for 3 to 5 minutes until the onions are softened and translucent.
  3. Cook the ground meat: Add 1 pound of ground beef or lamb to the pot. Cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until it is browned evenly, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  4. Add spices and tomato paste: Stir in 2 tablespoons tomato paste, 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes, 1 tablespoon sweet paprika, 1/2 teaspoon cumin, 1 teaspoon dried coriander, and salt to taste. Cook while stirring for 1 minute to bloom the spices.
  5. Add cabbage and broth: Incorporate the roughly chopped medium cabbage head and pour in 2 cups of beef broth, mixing everything together.
  6. Simmer the stew: Cover the Dutch oven with a lid and reduce the heat to a low simmer. Cook for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is tender and flavors are well combined.
  7. Season and serve: Taste the stew and adjust salt and pepper as needed. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired and serve warm.

Notes

  • This dish can be made with either ground beef or lamb, depending on preference.
  • Adjust the red pepper flakes to control the heat level.
  • For a vegetarian version, substitute ground meat with mushrooms or lentils and use vegetable broth.
  • Serve the stew with crusty bread or over rice for a complete meal.
  • Leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 3 days and taste even better the next day.

Keywords: Turkish cabbage stew, ground beef stew, Turkish recipe, cabbage and beef, hearty stew, spiced stew

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