Description
Egg Roll in a Bowl is a quick and flavorful recipe that combines all the delicious ingredients of an egg roll, without the need for deep frying or wrapping. This dish is perfect for those who love the savory flavors of traditional egg rolls but want a healthier, easier-to-make alternative.
Ingredients
1 lb lean ground beef (85/15)
1 Tbsp olive oil
½ tsp fine sea salt, or to taste
¼ tsp black pepper, or to taste
½ medium onion, finely diced
1 medium carrot, julienned or coarsely grated
3 garlic cloves, minced
3 cups green cabbage, thinly sliced
1 tsp ground ginger
¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
2 tsp sesame oil
½ tsp granulated sugar
1 Tbsp chopped green onion (optional, for garnish)
¼ tsp sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook for about 5 minutes, breaking it apart with a spatula, until browned and no longer pink. Season with salt and pepper.
- Stir in the diced onion and grated carrot. Cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion is soft.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds, stirring constantly.
- Add the cabbage, ground ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, and sugar. Continue to sauté for 5–7 minutes, or until the cabbage is tender and slightly wilted.
- Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds, if using. Serve warm.
Notes
- Protein Options: Swap out the ground beef for ground chicken, turkey, or pork for a leaner alternative.
- Vegetarian Version: Use tofu or tempeh instead of ground meat for a vegetarian or vegan version of this dish.
- Add More Veggies: Include extra vegetables such as bell peppers, mushrooms, or snap peas to increase the veggie content.
- Spicy Twist: Add a teaspoon of sriracha or red pepper flakes for some heat.
- Storage/Reheating: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or skillet before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
