This dirty cabbage and noodles recipe is bold, smoky, a little tangy, and the kind of dinner that makes the whole house smell incredible while it simmers.
WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS RECIPE
The combination of ground sirloin and andouille sausage gives this dish a rich, meaty base with that signature smoky heat that andouille is known for.
INGREDIENTS
For this recipe you need: Olive oil, Ground beef, Andouille sausage, Scallions, Bell peppers, Celery, Garlic, Tomato paste, Cajun seasoning, Cabbage, Chicken broth, Noodles, and more
Boil the noodles in a pot of water according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside while you prepare the dirty cabbage mixture.
STEP 1: COOK THE NOODLES
Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the sliced andouille sausage and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned, about 5 minutes.
STEP 2: BROWN THE SAUSAGE
Add the ground sirloin to the pot and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and fully cooked through.
STEP 3: COOK THE BEEF
Reduce the heat to medium and add the scallions, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, and celery. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally,
STEP 4: SOFTEN THE VEGETABLES
Stir in the garlic, tomato paste, and Cajun seasoning. Cook for about 1 minute, stirring constantly,
STEP 5: BUILD THE FLAVOR BASE
Add the sliced cabbage to the pot and stir until it's evenly coated with all that seasoning. Pour in the chicken broth and stir to combine.
STEP 6: ADD THE CABBAGE AND SIMMER
Reduce the heat to medium-low and continue cooking, covered, for 25 to 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is completely tender.
STEP 7: COOK UNTIL TENDER
Stir in the cider vinegar and kosher salt. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed
STEP 8: FINISH AND SERVE
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