Egg Roll in a Bowl
A comforting skillet meal that captures the flavors of classic egg rolls without the need for wrappers or deep frying.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef (85/15) Protein swap options: ground pork, turkey, or crumbled firm tofu.
- 1 Tbsp olive oil For cooking.
- 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 cloves garlic, minced Be careful not to burn.
- 3 cups green cabbage, thinly sliced Crisp and fresh.
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce To control sodium.
- 2 tsp sesame oil
- ½ tsp granulated sugar Or honey for sweetness.
- 1 Tbsp chopped green onion Optional, for garnish.
- ¼ tsp sesame seeds Optional, for garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat the skillet: Add olive oil to a large skillet and warm over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Brown the ground beef: Add the ground beef and cook for about 5 minutes, breaking it apart with a spatula until browned. Season with salt and pepper.
- Add onion and carrot: Stir in the diced onion and julienned carrot. Cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion is soft and translucent.
- Add garlic: Stir in minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add cabbage and seasonings: Stir in sliced cabbage, ground ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, and sugar. Sauté for 5–7 minutes until the cabbage is tender.
- Taste and finish: Remove from heat and taste; adjust seasonings if needed. Garnish with green onion and sesame seeds before serving.
Notes
For batch cooking, cool leftovers quickly on a tray. This dish can be customized with various proteins or veggies.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3g
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