Description
This Healthy Ground Beef Cabbage Stir-Fry is a flavorful and nutritious dish that comes together quickly for a satisfying meal. Lean ground beef is stir-fried with crunchy cabbage, carrots, and a savory blend of Asian-inspired seasonings. Perfect for a low-carb, dairy-free, and gluten-free dinner option.
Ingredients
Scale
Ground Beef Stir-Fry:
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 4 cups shredded green cabbage
- 1 medium carrot, julienned or shredded
- 1 small onion, thinly sliced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sriracha or chili garlic sauce (optional)
- 2 green onions, chopped
- Sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat Oil and Brown Beef: Heat olive oil in a skillet or wok, cook ground beef until browned.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add onion, garlic, and ginger; sauté until fragrant.
- Add Vegetables: Mix in cabbage and carrots, cook until tender-crisp.
- Season and Finish: Stir in soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and sriracha; adjust seasoning. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
Notes
- For a lower-carb option, omit the carrot.
- Substitute ground turkey or chicken for variation.
- Pairs well with brown rice, cauliflower rice, or as a standalone dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 460 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 23 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
