Description
Egg Roll in a Bowl is a quick, one-pan meal packed with savory ground meat, crunchy cabbage, and a flavorful sauce. This low-carb, keto-friendly, and gluten-free dish is ready in just 30 minutes—perfect for busy weeknights!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground pork, chicken, turkey, or beef
- 4 cups green cabbage, shredded
- 1 cup carrots, shredded
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp ginger, freshly grated
- 3 green onions, sliced
- 3 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp sriracha or chili flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the Protein: Heat a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Cook ground meat until browned and fully cooked, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain excess grease if needed.
- Add Aromatics: Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Incorporate Vegetables: Add shredded cabbage and carrots, stirring to combine with the meat. Cook for 5–7 minutes until the vegetables soften but remain slightly crisp.
- Season the Dish: Pour in soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil, stirring well. Add sriracha or chili flakes for extra heat.
- Final Touches: Mix in sliced green onions. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Serve: Transfer to bowls, garnish with sesame seeds, and enjoy!
Notes
- Vegetarian/Vegan: Substitute meat with crumbled tofu, tempeh, or plant-based ground meat.
- Extra Crunch: Add water chestnuts or chopped bell peppers.
- Spicy Kick: Increase sriracha or add chili oil.
- Soy-Free: Use coconut aminos instead of soy sauce.
- Different Proteins: Try shrimp or a mix of meats.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Keywords: Egg Roll in a Bowl, keto egg roll, low-carb stir-fry, healthy one-pan meal, easy dinner recipe