Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Sauté the shredded cabbage with the ground beef and onion for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Season with a pinch of salt, paprika and pepper.
Add the garlic, stir and cook for another minute, until fragrant.
Add the beef broth to deglaze the pan and stir in the tomatoes and bay leaf. Season with thyme and simmer over medium heat for 15-20 minutes. Adding a bit of water if needed.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed. Serve hot.