Tantalize your taste buds with a culinary journey to the Orient with our delectable Sweet and Sour Beef with Cabbage recipe. This classic dish, a harmonious blend of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors, promises an unforgettable dining experience. Perfectly tender beef slices, enveloped in a glossy, flavorful sauce, accompanied by crisp and refreshing cabbage, create a symphony of textures and flavors that will leave you craving more.
In addition to the main recipe, we also offer a vegetarian-friendly Sweet and Sour Tofu with Cabbage variation, catering to diverse dietary preferences. This meatless marvel delivers a satisfying and protein-packed meal without compromising on taste.
For those seeking a low-carb alternative, our Sweet and Sour Beef with Cauliflower Rice recipe is a game-changer. Cauliflower florets, transformed into fluffy rice-like grains, provide a nutritious and flavorful base for the succulent beef and tangy sauce.
And if you're craving a quick and easy weeknight dinner, our 15-Minute Sweet and Sour Beef with Cabbage is your go-to recipe. With minimal prep and cooking time, you can whip up this flavorful dish in a flash, making it a lifesaver for busy weeknights.
No matter which recipe you choose, our Sweet and Sour Beef with Cabbage variations offer a delightful culinary adventure that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you wanting more.
SWEET-AND-SOUR BEEF CABBAGE SOUP
Comforting old world sweet and sour cabbage soup made with beef short ribs, cabbage, red wine vinegar, brown sugar and allspice.
Provided by Kelly ~ the hungry bluebird
Categories Soup
Time 1h45m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In large pot or Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat. Season ribs with salt and pepper. Brown ribs on all sides, about 10 minutes. Remove to plate, keeping all fat in pot, and set aside. To pot, add sliced onion, sprinkle with a little salt, and stir and cook until translucent, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan, about 4 minutes. Pour out/drain fat.
- Return browned short ribs to pot and add water, cabbage and allspice berries. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes, skimming any foam that surfaces to the top.
- Add broken up stewed tomatoes, brown sugar, red wine vinegar, pepper, and ¼ to ½ teaspoon ground allspice (to taste). Season with a little salt and pepper. Bring back to boil, then lower and simmer until meat has pulled at least ½-inch from the bone, about 30 more minutes. Skim as much surface fat as you can.
- Remove beef short ribs to cutting board. Cut meat off bone and into bite-sized pieces, trimming any fat. Return beef to soup pot.
- Taste soup and adjust for salt and pepper. If broth is too weak, continue simmering until flavors are more concentrated. Let cool and then refrigerate overnight. Remove any hardened fat from surface. Reheat and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 251 kcal, Carbohydrate 19 g, Protein 18 g, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 49 mg, Sodium 298 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 13 g, UnsaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 serving
SWEET AND SOUR BEEF
This is what I chose when I got to pick what we had for dinner! If possible, remove lid for the last hour.
Provided by SDSCHMIDT
Categories 100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes
Time 6h15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat a deep skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir beef in hot skillet until completely browned, 7 to 10 minutes. Transfer beef to a slow cooker.
- Whisk water, vinegar, soy sauce, brown sugar, and cornstarch together until smooth; pour over the beef.
- Cook on Low until the beef is tender and the sauce is thick, 6 to 8 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 320.7 calories, Carbohydrate 41.8 g, Cholesterol 59.8 mg, Fat 6.5 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 23.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 2090 mg, Sugar 30.2 g
SWEET-AND-SOUR CABBAGE
"I HELPED MOTHER shred the cabbage and cut up the apples for this recipe. The touch of tartness is wonderful with the sauerbraten. This is one part of the meal that is even tastier if it can be made ahead."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 35m
Yield 6-8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large skillet, combine drippings or oil, brown sugar, vinegar, water, salt and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until hot, stirring occasionally. Add cabbage; cover and cook for 10 minutes over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally. Add apples, cook, uncovered, for about 10 minutes more or until tender, stirring occasionally.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 82 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 99mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
SWEET-AND-SOUR BEEF CABBAGE SOUP
My sweet and sour cabbage soup is a standout crowd pleaser that is sure to satisfy even the pickiest of guests. -Mae Lavan, Chicago, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 8-10 servings (2-3/4 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven, combine the water, beef, onion, tomatoes, cabbage, celery, carrot, sugar, vinegar and wine or broth if desired. Stir in the browning sauce, Worcestershire, tomato sauce, bouillon and seasonings. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until vegetables are tender. , Combine flour and oil until smooth; stir into pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until slightly thickened. Refrigerate leftovers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 161 calories, Fat 4g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 578mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
UNSTUFFED SWEET-AND-SOUR CABBAGE
Provided by Andrea Albin
Categories Beef Pork Quick & Easy Dinner Dried Fruit Cabbage Simmer Gourmet Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Place cabbage in a deep 12-inch heavy skillet with broth, 1 garlic clove (sliced), and a rounded 1/4 teaspoon salt. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, then cook, covered, turning cabbage occasionally, until very tender, about 45 minutes. (Add more broth or water if necessary.)
- Meanwhile, cook onion and remaining garlic in oil in a heavy medium pot over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until golden, about 8 minutes. Increase heat to medium-high and stir in ground meats along with 1/2 teaspoon each of salt and pepper. Cook, stirring and breaking up lumps with a wooden spoon, until no longer pink, about 3 minutes.
- Stir in tomatoes with their juice, cranberries, vinegar, and brown sugar and simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally and breaking up tomatoes with spoon, until slightly thickened, about 20 minutes. Season with salt.
- Pour sauce into skillet with cabbage and simmer, uncovered, 5 minutes. Serve sprinkled with parsley.
EASY SWEET AND SOUR BEEF AND CABBAGE
I found this on one of those recipe cards at the grocery store. It's a little different than most of the cabbage casserole recipes I've seen posted, so I thought I'd share it. *Note: Be sure to core the cabbage well or it will be tough.
Provided by Denise in da Kitchen
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 35m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a large skillet cook ground beef, onion, celery, and green pepper till meat is browned; drain off fat.
- Sprinkle meat mixture with rolled oats, parsley, the 3/4 teaspoon salt, garlic powder, and the 1/8 teaspoon pepper.
- Core cabbage; cut into six wedges.
- Place atop meat.
- In bowl combine tomato sauce, vinegar, brown sugar, the 1/2 teaspoon salt, and the dash of pepper; mix well.
- Pour over cabbage and meat.
- Cover and simmer for 20 to 30 minutes or till cabbage is tender.
- Serve at once.
SWEET AND SOUR CABBAGE BORSCHT
This is like have stuffed cabbage in a soup and it is super easy and can be made in your crockpot. It is no secret that Jews love sweet and sour and I think that is why so many of us love chinese food! Using a cheap piece of beef and ingredients you probabaly have already on hand you can fill those stomachs quite easily and they...
Provided by Esther Hardman
Categories Vegetable Soup
Time 8h15m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- 1. Crockpot method: Core your cabbage and slice to ¼-½ thickness. Dump everything except lemon juice, (make sure you only add the 2 quart amount of water) into a large crockpot and cook, on low 10-12 hours or on high, 4-6 hours. Turn off heat and let rest for several hours. Skim off most of the fat that rises to the top. Even better refrigerate overnight and remove the congealed fat and then reheat on the stove (never reheat something in a crockpot). Add the lemon juice to the flavor you like. This is wonderful with homemade bread of your choice.
- 2. Oven method: combine meat, water and salt in a 5-quart pot. Bring to a simmer over high heat. Lower heat and simmer, uncovered, for 1 hour. After the hour, add your cored and sliced (see above) cabbage, ketchup,tomato paste,and sugar to the pot. Return to a simmer and cook, covered, for 2 hours longer, till meat is falling apart. Turn off heat and let rest for several hours. Skim off most of the fat that rises to the top. Even better refrigerate overnight and remove the congealed fat and then reheat adding the lemon juice to your taste. This is wonderful with homemade bread of your choice.
Tips:
- Choose the right beef: Flank steak or sirloin steak are good choices for this recipe, as they are both relatively tender cuts of meat that can withstand the quick cooking time.
- Slice the beef thinly: This will help it cook quickly and evenly.
- Marinate the beef: This will help to tenderize it and add flavor. You can use a simple marinade made with soy sauce, rice wine, and garlic.
- Use a large skillet or wok: This will help to prevent the beef from overcrowding and steaming.
- Cook the beef over high heat: This will help to sear the meat and lock in the juices.
- Don't overcook the beef: It should be cooked just until it is no longer pink in the center.
- Add the sauce to the beef: Bring the sauce to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for a few minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
- Serve the beef with rice or noodles: This will help to soak up the delicious sauce.
Conclusion:
This sweet and sour beef with cabbage is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick weeknight meal. The beef is tender and flavorful, and the sauce is sweet, sour, and tangy. Be sure to serve this dish with rice or noodles to soak up all of the delicious sauce.
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