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Hearty Turkish Cabbage Stew: Comfort Food Redefined

Turkish Cabbage Stew is a wholesome comfort food, featuring tender cabbage, savory meats, and aromatic spices.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Turkish
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter Use olive oil for a dairy-free option.
  • 1 large red onion Provides sweetness; substitute with yellow onion if unavailable.
  • 1 pound ground beef or lamb Can be replaced with ground turkey or omitted for a vegetarian version.
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste Can substitute with crushed tomatoes.
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes Adjust or omit for less spice.
  • 1 tablespoon sweet paprika Smoked paprika can be used for added depth.
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin Omit if not preferred.
  • 1 teaspoon dried coriander Fresh herbs can substitute but adjust for potency.
  • salt Adjust to taste.
  • pepper Adjust to taste.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 medium head cabbage Chopped, can include other vegetables.
For the Liquid
  • 2 cups beef broth Vegetable broth works for vegetarian versions.

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Melt the unsalted butter in a large Dutch oven over medium heat until foaming.
  2. Sauté the chopped red onion for 3-5 minutes until soft and translucent.
  3. Add ground beef or lamb, cook for 5-7 minutes until browned.
  4. Stir in tomato paste, red pepper flakes, paprika, cumin, dried coriander, and salt. Cook for 1 minute.
  5. Add chopped cabbage and beef broth. Mix thoroughly.
  6. Cover and simmer on low heat for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 25gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Let the stew rest for a few minutes after cooking to enhance flavors.

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