Cabbage & Mince Stew

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 500 g beef mince
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, crushed
• 1 tbsp BlixSam Grill Forge
• 1 tsp BlixSam Fire Wave
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 medium carrot, grated
• ½ green pepper, diced
• 1 small head cabbage (about 700 g), shredded
• 250 ml beef stock
• 125 ml fresh cream
• 100 g mature cheddar cheese, grated (optional, for extra richness)
• Freshly ground black pepper
• Fresh parsley, chopped

Method

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or deep frying pan over medium-high heat.
2. Fry the mince until browned, breaking it up with a spoon.
3. Add the onion and cook until softened, then stir in the garlic and cook for 1 minute.
4. Add the BlixSam Grill Forge and BlixSam Fire Wave, allowing the seasonings to bloom in the oil for about 30 seconds.
5. Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1 minute.
6. Add the grated carrot and diced green pepper and cook for 3–4 minutes.
7. Stir in the shredded cabbage a handful at a time until it begins to wilt.
8. Pour in the beef stock, cover and simmer for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally until the cabbage is tender.
9. Stir in the fresh cream and grated cheddar (if using) until creamy and well combined.
10. Season with freshly ground black pepper and simmer for another 2–3 minutes.
11. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

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