Fried Cabbage with Meat and Potatoes

Fried Cabbage with Meat and Potatoes

I've honed this recipe over several years, and it remains my favorite after multiple trials and variations, it truly is perfect.

The cabbage maintains its shape but is tender enough to melt in your mouth. You can optionally add potatoes for an amazingly flavorful combination. I first tasted this in Ukraine with my aunt, and it’s been a regular dish ever since. This recipe has won over even the most particular eaters, including picky children.

Ingredients

Veal meat
700 g
or chicken, pork - your choice
Sunflower oil
50 ml
   
White onion
1 piece
   
Carrots
1 piece
   
White cabbage
1 kg
   
Potatoes
500 g
optional
Tomato paste
2 tbsp
   
Salt and pepper
1 tbsp
paprika to taste

Step by step

Step 1

In a deep pan, heat the oil and add the meat cut into large cubes.

Fried Cabbage with Meat and Potatoes - Step 1
Step 2

Let it brown, stirring regularly.

Then add the onion and sliced carrots.

Fried Cabbage with Meat and Potatoes - Step 2
Step 3

Cook for 5 minutes, then add the tomato paste, stir, and cook for another 2-3 minutes.

Fried Cabbage with Meat and Potatoes - Step 3
Step 4

Chop the cabbage into medium pieces (I prefer it not too small) and add to the pan mixture.

Fried Cabbage with Meat and Potatoes - Step 4
Step 5

Stir occasionally and cook everything together for no more than 5 minutes.

Fried Cabbage with Meat and Potatoes - Step 5
Step 6

Transfer the cabbage and meat to a deep baking tray, add the diced potatoes, salt, pepper, and optionally paprika, then mix well.

Fried Cabbage with Meat and Potatoes - Step 6
Step 7

Cover the tray with a lid or aluminum foil and bake in a preheated oven at 200 degrees for about an hour.

Fried Cabbage with Meat and Potatoes - Step 7
Step 8

After approximately half an hour, remove the tray from the oven and gently mix the ingredients with a spatula.

If the meat is tough, consider cooking longer than an hour.

Check if the potatoes and meat are done, remove the foil, and allow the dish to bake for an additional 10 minutes if desired.

Fried Cabbage with Meat and Potatoes - Step 8
Step 9

Serve it as is or paired with a vegetable or salad garnish.

Enjoy your meal!

Fried Cabbage with Meat and Potatoes - Step 9
Quantity: 2 kg (7-8 servings)
Prep time: 45 min
Difficulty: intermediate
Ready in: 40 min
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