Beef Cabbage Soup with Burgers

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this Beef Cabbage Soup Recipe (sometimes called Hamburger Cabbage Soup) tastes so rich and hearty, you’d never guess it’s healthy.it’s like mine Burger Soup, but with the added comfort of cabbage instead of green beans. Let me show you how to make cabbage soup with ground beef, tender vegetables, and just 15 minutes of hands-on prep time—including Crock Pot or Instant Pot options.

Ingredients and Substitutes

This section explains how to choose the best ingredients for cabbage and ground beef soup, what each ingredient does in the recipe, and substitution options (see the Variations section below for more information). See recipe card below for measurements.

• Avocado Oil – You can also use olive oil or any neutral cooking oil you like.
• onion – White or yellow onions are best, but red onions will work too.
• Ground beef – I usually use 85/15 grass-fed beef, which is delicious and not too greasy, but you can use any variety you like. While this is hamburger cabbage soup, you can also make it with other ground meats (see ideas in the Variations section below).
• Chopped coleslaw mix – Reduce the chopping in this easy beef cabbage soup recipe! You can also use shredded cabbage if you want to avoid adding carrots.
• beef soup – I use Homemade Bone Broth, but a variety of store-bought beef soups will work too. Chicken and vegetable stock are also good substitutes.
• diced tomato – These are canned. Add them with liquid to add flavor and add just the right amount of liquid to soups.
• Herbs and Spices – includes Italian seasoning (made Homemade Italian Seasoning For the best taste! ), garlic powder, bay leaves, sea ​​saltand Black pepper.

How to Make Cabbage Soup with Hamburgers

This section describes how to make ground beef and cabbage soup, with step-by-step photos and details on the technique. See the recipe card below for full instructions.

1. Fried onions. Heating oil in pan instant pot (or jump, if using a slow cooker). Cook the onion until softened.
2. Boil beef. Increase the heat to medium-high, add the ground beef and cook until browned.

3. Add remaining ingredients. Transfer beef and onions to slow cooker (If using this method, leave in the Instant Pot.) Add coleslaw mixture, diced tomatoes (with liquid), broth, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and whole bay leaves.
4. chef. Cook hamburger cabbage soup in a Crock Pot or Instant Pot until tender and cooked through. (Time will vary with cooking vessel chosen – see recipe card below.) I like to garnish with fresh parsley, but it’s optional.

Variation: Cook the ground beef cabbage soup on the stove top instead.

Follow the same steps but use a large stockpot and cook on the stove. After adding the ingredients to the pot in step 3, bring to a boil and simmer for 30-60 minutes, or until the flavor is to your liking.

Variations on Beef Cabbage Soup

• use different minced meat – Substitute beef for cabbage soup, or ground turkey, ground pork, ground chicken, or Italian sausage with the casing removed.
• add beans – If your lifestyle allows for beans, they make a perfect addition to this soup. Just rinse and drain the beans before adding to the pot. Try cannellini beans or kidney beans!
• Try other added vegetables – This soup will taste great with cauliflower or celery!
• including potatoes – If you want potatoes in the soup, brown them after the onions and cook them as usual. They will soften as the soup cooks.
• use whole cabbage – Just chop your own instead of using coleslaw.
• add a little lemon juice – Brighten the flavor and increase vitamin C! Add it at the end of cooking, to taste.

Storage Instructions

• Shop: Cool the cabbage beef soup leftovers to room temperature, then cover and store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
• Meal preparation: Shred cabbage (if not using a pre-shredded mix), cook onions and beef ahead of time and store until ready to complete the recipe. You can also make the whole soup ahead of time as it stores well. Making a double batch is easy!
• freeze: Cover tightly and freeze for up to 3 months, then thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
• Reheat: Heat soup on the stovetop, slow cooker, or microwave.

Healthier Soup Recipes

If you love this hearty Crock Pot Cabbage Soup with Hamburgers, you’ll love these other comfort soups too!

Burger Beef Cabbage Soup (Crock Pot or Instant Pot)

Make this easy beef cabbage soup recipe in a Crock Pot or Instant Pot! Burger and Cabbage Soup is comforting, healthy, and easy.

Prepare: 15 minute

chef: 4 Hour

All: 4 Hour 15 minute

Serving Size: 14 (Adjust the scale recipe)

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Crock Pot Instructions:

1. heat the oil large wok Over medium fire. Add chopped onion.cook about 10-15 minutesstirring occasionally, until the onions start to brown.

2. Add the ground beef to the pot. Season with sea salt and black pepper. Increase heat to medium-high.Cook, separating with a spatula, about 7-10 minutesuntil the beef is browned.

3. Meanwhile, put the rest of the ingredients in Cylinder.

4. When the beef is browned, add the beef and onion mixture to the crock pot. Stir to combine. Season with more salt and/or pepper.

5. Cook on low for 5-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours. Remove bay leaves before serving.

Instant Pot Instructions:

1. Press the cook button instant pot. Add oil and chopped onion.cook about 10-15 minutesstirring occasionally, until the onions start to brown.

2. Add ground beef to the Instant Pot. Season with sea salt and black pepper. Increase the stir fry temperature to “High”.Cook, separating with a spatula, about 7-10 minutesuntil the beef is cooked through.

3. Once the beef is cooked, turn off the heat and add the remaining ingredients to the Instant Pot. Stir to combine. Season with more salt and/or pepper.

4. Cover and seal the Instant Pot. Press the manual button and adjust the time to 20 minutes. After cooking, let the pressure release naturally for 5 minutes, then use the quick release. Remove bay leaves before serving.

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recipe notes

Serving Size: 1 cup

nutrient content

Amount per serving. Serving Sizes in Recipe Instructions Above.

Calories 111

fat 6 grams

protein 9 grams

total carbohydrates 5 grams

net carbs 4 grams

fiber 1 g

sugar 2 grams

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