Dirty Cabbage is a slow-cooked beef mince and cabbage dish where tender cabbage absorbs savory beef stock, Worcestershire sauce, and warming spices. It's a budget-friendly, low-carb dinner that delivers high protein and deep flavour with minimal active time.
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For extra flavour, brown the mince in a frying pan first. If you don't have time, feel free to skip this step.
Add the rest of the ingredients to the slow cooker and give everything a stir.
Cook on high for 3-4 hours or low for 5-6 hours.
Serve, optionally finishing with some crispy chilli oil for a nice kick.
Cool and refrigerate in airtight containers for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat gently on the stovetop or microwave until heated through.
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Yes, browning is optional. Skipping it saves time but browning adds deeper flavour and color to the finished dish.
The cabbage should be tender and the mince fully cooked. Cook on high for 3-4 hours or low for 5-6 hours until cabbage is soft.
Yes, use a covered casserole dish at 160°C for approximately 90 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cabbage is tender.
Pork mince, turkey mince, or plant-based mince all work. Adjust beef stock to match your meat choice if needed.
Yes, cool completely and freeze in airtight containers for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight and reheat on low in the slow cooker or on the stovetop.
