Dirty Cajun Cabbage is a one-pan skillet meal combining smoky andouille sausage, seasoned ground beef, and tender cabbage in a bold Cajun sauce. It delivers dirty-rice flavor in a low-carb, vegetable-forward format that cooks in under 30 minutes.
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Heat a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the sliced andouille sausage and cook until browned and slightly crispy. Remove and set aside.
Add the ground beef to the same skillet and cook until browned. Drain excess grease if needed. Stir in the Beefy Onion Soup Mix.
Add the onion and bell peppers. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes until softened.
Stir in the tomato paste and flour. Cook for about 1 minute while stirring constantly.
Pour in the beef broth and stir well. Add the chopped cabbage and seasonings.
Return the sausage to the skillet. Cover and cook for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is tender.
Taste and adjust seasonings as needed before serving.
Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop over medium heat with a splash of broth if needed. Freezes well for up to 3 months.
large skillet or Dutch oven
Yes. Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop over medium heat, stirring occasionally. It also freezes well for up to 3 months.
Use smoked sausage, kielbasa, or spicy Italian sausage. Cajun chicken sausage works for a leaner option. The smoky, slightly spicy character is key.
Cook for 15 to 20 minutes covered, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is fork-tender and wilted but not mushy.
Yes. French Onion Soup Mix or Mushroom Onion Soup Mix work, but Beefy Onion gives the best flavor match for this dish.
Mostly yes if you omit the flour and Lipton mix (both add carbs). Use cornstarch or allulose as a thickener and replace the soup mix with extra Cajun seasonings and beef broth.
