Description
A quick and flavorful Egg Roll Stir Fry that combines ground meat with crisp vegetables and a savory sauce, delivering all the deliciousness of egg rolls without the wrapper. Perfect for a healthy weeknight meal, this stir fry is easy to prepare and ready in just 25 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 1 pound ground meat (chicken, turkey, or pork)
Vegetables
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 medium head of green cabbage, thinly sliced
- 2 medium carrots, shredded
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
Sauces and Oils
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Optional Garnish
- Sesame seeds, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Meat: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the ground meat and cook until browned and fully done, breaking it apart with a spoon. Drain any excess fat from the skillet to keep the dish light.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add chopped onion, minced garlic, and grated ginger to the skillet with the cooked meat. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until the mixture is fragrant and the onion softens, enhancing the overall flavor base.
- Add Vegetables: Stir in the thinly sliced cabbage and shredded carrots. Continue cooking for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the vegetables are tender but still maintain a crisp texture, preserving freshness.
- Prepare Sauce and Combine: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and crushed red pepper flakes if using. Pour the sauce evenly over the stir fry and mix thoroughly to coat all ingredients.
- Simmer to Meld Flavors: Cook for an additional 2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together nicely and the sauce to slightly thicken for better coating on the ingredients.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat and garnish with sliced green onions and optional sesame seeds. Serve hot on its own or with steamed rice or cauliflower rice for a complete meal.
Notes
- You can substitute the ground meat with plant-based meat alternatives to make this dish vegetarian.
- For lower sodium, use reduced-sodium soy sauce and adjust seasoning accordingly.
- Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to control the heat level to your preference.
- Adding a splash of water or broth during vegetable cooking can help soften cabbage if desired.
- This stir fry is best enjoyed fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 3 days.
