Beef Pork Cabbage Joes

Sink your teeth into the ultimate comfort food with these irresistible Beef Pork Cabbage Joes! This savory spin on the classic sloppy joe combines the richness of ground beef and pork with the natural sweetness of tender green cabbage, all cooked in a tangy homemade sauce featuring ketchup, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and a touch of smoked paprika for a subtle smoky kick. Perfectly balanced with a hint of brown sugar and apple cider vinegar, this hearty filling is nestled between toasted hamburger buns for a satisfying and flavor-packed meal. Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, offering a hearty, nutrient-packed twist on a nostalgic favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 pound ground pork
• 2 cups green cabbage
• 1 medium onion
• 3 units garlic cloves
• 3 tablespoons ketchup
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 6 units hamburger buns

Directions

Step 1

Finely shred the cabbage and dice the onion. Mince the garlic cloves.

Step 2

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the vegetable oil.

Step 3

Add the ground beef and ground pork to the skillet, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon as it cooks. Continue cooking until the meat is browned and no longer pink, about 8-10 minutes.

Step 4

Drain any excess fat from the skillet, leaving about 1-2 tablespoons of fat in the pan for flavor.

Step 5

Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the browned meat. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.

Step 6

Stir in the shredded cabbage and cook for another 4-5 minutes until the cabbage softens slightly.

Step 7

In a small bowl, whisk together the ketchup, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, smoked paprika, ground black pepper, and salt.

Step 8

Pour the sauce mixture over the meat and cabbage in the skillet. Stir well to combine and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 9

Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 10

Toast the hamburger buns lightly, if desired.

Step 11

Spoon a generous amount of the Beef Pork Cabbage Joe mixture onto the bottom half of each bun, then top with the other half of the bun.

Step 12

Serve warm and enjoy your hearty Beef Pork Cabbage Joes!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1642.2 grams (1642.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3090

Total Fat 199.50g	256%
Saturated Fat 79.20g	396%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 709mg	236%
Sodium 4465mg	194%
Total Carbohydrate 130.40g	47%
Dietary Fiber 91.50g	327%
Total Sugars 24.70g
Protein 282.80g	566%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 412mg	32%
Iron 22mg	123%
Potassium 2096mg	45%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.1%

Protein: 32.8%

Carbs: 15.1%