Description
Discover the joy of a quick and satisfying meal with this Easy Asian Ground Beef and Cabbage Stir Fry. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up a flavorful dish that’s not only delicious but also packed with nutritious ingredients. Featuring tender ground beef, crunchy cabbage, and a tantalizing sauce made with coconut aminos and sesame oil, this stir fry is perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep. Serve it over rice, cauliflower rice, or noodles for a versatile dinner option that the whole family will love. Customize it to your taste by adding more vegetables or adjusting the spice level. This dish promises a delightful blend of flavors and convenience that will keep you coming back for more!
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 head of cabbage (thinly sliced)
- 1 onion (chopped)
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1-inch piece of ginger (grated)
- 1/2 cup coconut aminos
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil (or preferred cooking oil)
- 1/2 cup shredded carrot
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- Green onion slices and sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together the sauce ingredients: coconut aminos, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add avocado oil.
- Sauté chopped onion for about 5 minutes until translucent; add minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for an additional minute.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet and break it up with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in shredded cabbage and carrots along with the prepared sauce; cook until cabbage wilts (approximately 5 minutes).
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as desired. Serve warm garnished with green onions and sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir Fry
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For added flavor, feel free to include more vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli. Try serving in lettuce wraps for a fun twist on traditional stir fry. This recipe is perfect for meal prepping; double it up for leftovers throughout the week.