This savory stir-fry — seasoned ground beef with tender cabbage, carrots, onions, and a glossy sauce. It has all the flavors of an egg roll without the wrapper — quick, easy, and incredibly satisfying.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Bold Asian-inspired flavors with crunchy cabbage and juicy beef exactly like your photo
- Very high protein and filling
- One-pan, ready in 20 minutes
- Customizable and great for meal prep
- Keto, diabetic-friendly, and family favorite
Ingredients (Serves 4)
- 1.5 lbs (680g) ground beef (or ground turkey/chicken for variety)
- 1 small head cabbage, thinly sliced
- 2 carrots, julienned or shredded
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 green onions, sliced
- 3 tbsp soy sauce or coconut aminos
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar or lime juice
- 1 tsp ginger (fresh grated or powder)
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat, cook ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Add onion and garlic; cook 2–3 minutes until fragrant.
- Add shredded cabbage and carrots. Stir-fry 4–6 minutes until cabbage starts to wilt but remains crisp.
- Stir in soy sauce, sesame oil, vinegar, ginger, and red pepper flakes. Cook 2–3 more minutes until well combined and heated through.
- Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve hot.
Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 25 minutes
Nutrition (Per Serving)
- Calories: ~320
- Protein: 32g (very high)
- Total Carbs: 12g
- Net Carbs: 8g
- Fat: 18g
