Cena fácil con col

Ingredientes

• 1 large head of cabbage, cored and shredded
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt to taste
• Pepper to taste
• 1 pound ground beef, browned and drained (or 1 pound kielbasa sausage, sliced, or 1 (15-ounce) can of chickpeas, drained and rinsed)
• 1 cup beef broth (or vegetable broth)
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar (optional)
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Preparación

1. 1

   Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.

2. 2

   Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

3. 3

   Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

4. 4

   Add the shredded cabbage to the pot and stir well to combine with the onion and garlic.

5. 5

   Sprinkle with smoked paprika, dried thyme, salt, and pepper.

6. 6

   Cook, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage begins to soften, about 8-10 minutes.

7. 7

   If using ground beef, add it to the pot. If using kielbasa or chickpeas, add them now as well.

8. 8

   Pour in the diced tomatoes (undrained) and beef broth.

9. 9

   Bring the mixture to a simmer.

10. 10

    Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for at least 20-30 minutes, or until the cabbage is very tender and the flavors have melded together.

11. 11

    If using apple cider vinegar, stir it in during the last 5 minutes of cooking.

12. 12

    Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.

13. 13

    Serve hot, garnished with fresh chopped parsley.