Slow Cooker Beef & Cabbage Stew

Description

This hearty Slow Cooker Beef & Cabbage Stew is the perfect cozy one-pot meal! Tender beef, cabbage, carrots, potatoes, and onions slowly simmer in a savory, seasoned broth until everything is wonderfully tender. It’s simple, comforting, budget-friendly, and packed with homemade flavor—perfect for a busy weeknight or a chilly weekend dinner.

Ingredients

• 1½ lb (680 g) beef stew meat, cut into bite-size pieces
• ½ large head green cabbage, chopped
• 4 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 3 carrots, sliced
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups beef broth
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• ½ tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 bay leaves

Instructions

1. Brown the beef: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season the beef with salt and pepper, then sear for 2–3 minutes per side. Transfer to the slow cooker.
2. Add vegetables: Add cabbage, potatoes, carrots, onion, and garlic.
3. Make the broth: Whisk together beef broth, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, thyme, and oregano. Pour over everything.
4. Slow cook: Add the bay leaves. Cover and cook on LOW for 7–8 hours or HIGH for 4–5 hours, until the beef and vegetables are tender.
5. Finish: Remove the bay leaves, taste, and adjust salt and pepper.
6. Serve: Ladle into bowls and serve hot with crusty bread if desired.

💡 Pro Tips

• Browning the beef first gives the stew a deeper, richer flavor.
• Cut the potatoes and carrots into similar-sized pieces so they cook evenly.
• For a thicker stew, mash a few cooked potato pieces into the broth before serving.
• Leftovers taste even better the next day!

❓ Quick Q&A

Q: Can I skip browning the beef?
A: Yes, but browning adds much more flavor and creates a richer stew.

Q: Can I use ground beef?
A: Absolutely! Brown the ground beef first and drain excess fat before adding it.

Q: Can I freeze it?
A: Yes. Cool completely, portion into airtight containers, and freeze for up to 3 months.

🥣 Nutrition Approx. Per Serving

Calories: 390 | Protein: 32g | Carbs: 32g | Fat: 16g | Fiber: 6g