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Frito Cowboy Cabbage

Frito Cowboy Cabbage: Hearty One-Skillet Tex-Mex Delight

Frito Cowboy Cabbage is a hearty one-skillet dish combining ground beef, cabbage, and melty cheese, ready in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Skillet
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Can substitute with ground turkey and add 1 tbsp olive oil for moisture.
  • 4 cups Green Cabbage, chopped Red or napa cabbage can be used for a colorful variation.
  • 1 medium Onion, diced Yellow onion or shallots work beautifully.
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced Fresh garlic cloves are best.
  • 1 can (10 oz) Rotel Tomatoes with Green Chilies Undrained for best results.
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil For sautéing the beef.
For the Flavor Boost
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika A must-have for that Tex-Mex vibe.
  • 1 tsp Ground Cumin
  • 1 tsp Chili Powder Adjust based on spice preference.
  • to taste Salt Essential for flavor enhancement.
  • to taste Pepper Essential for flavor enhancement.
For the Finish
  • 1.5 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese Freshly shredded melts better.
  • 2 cups Fritos Corn Chips Crush and stir in just before serving.

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Brown the Beef: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add 1 pound of ground beef and cook for 5-7 minutes until evenly browned.
  2. Sauté Onion and Garlic: Stir in 1 diced onion and 3 minced garlic cloves. Cook for 2-3 minutes until onions are translucent.
  3. Add Spices: Mix in 1 teaspoon each of smoked paprika, ground cumin, and chili powder, along with salt and pepper. Stir for 1 minute.
  4. Incorporate Cabbage: Add 4 cups of chopped cabbage, toss and cook for 10 minutes until tender.
  5. Stir in Rotel Tomatoes: Pour in 1 can of undrained Rotel tomatoes, simmer for 5 minutes.
  6. Melt Cheese: Fold in 1 to 1.5 cups of freshly shredded cheddar cheese until melted.
  7. Add Fritos: Gently mix in 2 cups of crushed Fritos just before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 26gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for best flavor. Monitor cabbage for desired texture and add Fritos just before serving to maintain crunch.

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