Rice Cabbage Creole 1968

🕒 Cook Time: 15 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 10 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 25 minutes

Description

A vintage recipe straight from 1968, this Rice Cabbage Creole is not only a delicious throwback but also incredibly easy and quick to prepare. Perfect for utilizing leftover meats, it can even elevate last night’s roast beef or chicken to new heights. The addition of cabbage adds a delightful crunch and freshness to the dish. Plus, you can easily adjust the spice level to your liking, making it a versatile option for any occasion.

Ingredients

2 cups roast beef, diced
1 cup chicken, diced
1 onion, chopped
1 can tomatoes, chopped with juice
1 teaspoon seasoning salt
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 head cabbage, shredded
4 cups cooked rice

Instructions

Brown the Meat: In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the diced roast beef and chicken with the chopped onion until they are golden and fragrant.
Add Tomatoes: Once the meat is browned, add the chopped canned tomatoes along with their juices to the skillet.
Incorporate Cabbage: Next, add the shredded cabbage to the skillet, stirring well to combine it with the meat and tomato mixture.
Season: Sprinkle in the seasoning salt, salt, chili powder, and black pepper, ensuring that the flavors are evenly distributed throughout the dish.
Cook Covered: Cover the skillet and let the mixture simmer for 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together and the cabbage to soften slightly.
Prepare Rice: While the mixture is simmering, prepare the cooked rice according to your preferred method.
Serve: Once the Rice Cabbage Creole is cooked and fragrant, serve it hot over freshly prepared rice. Alternatively, you can mix the cabbage and rice together for a more cohesive dish.
Enjoy: Serve hot and savor the delicious flavors of this timeless recipe!

This Rice Cabbage Creole 1968 is a wonderful way to breathe new life into leftover meats while satisfying your hunger in under 30 minutes. Whether you’re craving a quick weeknight dinner or looking to impress guests with a retro-inspired dish, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen!